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Lion: The Rise and Fall of the Marsh Pride

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Explore the story of the Marsh pride of lions as it battles for survival in Kenya’s Maasai Mara Reserve. In a world where lions and humans are increasingly at odds, the film charts the rise and fall of the pride. Featuring archival footage and testimony from those who have filmed the pride and lived alongside it, "Lion" is a powerful tale of shifting loyalties, complex family dynamics and more.

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Discover the Marsh Pride of lions in Kenya's Maasai Mara Reserve. This tale of shifting loyalties, bloody takeovers and sheer resilience is told by those who filmed them for over 30 years, those who tried to protect them, those who live alongside them and some who ultimately wanted them dead. Examine nature’s battle for survival in a world where lions and humans are increasingly at odds.

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