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| Living Free | 
| Director: Jack Couffer
Actors: Nigel Davenport, Susan Hampshire, Geoffrey Keen, Peter Lukoye, Shane De Louvre
Studio: Sony Pictures
Category: DVD
List Price: $14.94
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Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 11810
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Subtitled, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Japanese (Subtitled)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Running Time: 92 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 07744
ISBN: 0767881303
UPC: 043396077447
EAN: 9780767881302
ASIN: B0000844M7
Theatrical Release Date: 1972
Release Date: March 4, 2003
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Product Description
The heartwarming story of three lion cubs struggling to survive in one of nature's most treacherous settings is brought to life in LIVING FREE the sequel to BORN FREE. Set against the spectacular backdrop of East Africa this true adventure continues the story of Joy and George Adamson (Susan Hampshire Nigel Davenport) and Elsa the lioness they once raised and set free. Elsa returns to the Adamsons because she is dying. Joy and George are then faced with a painful decision: should they shelter Elsa's cubs from the dangers of the African wilds or should they set them free? A touching story of dedication and courage. LIVING FREE confronts the dilemma of letting go or holding on to what you love.System Requirements:Running Time: 92 Min.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: G UPC: 043396077447 Manufacturer No: 07744
Amazon.com
The 1972 sequel to 1966's classic Born Free doesn't quite measure up to its predecessor, but in an era when most "family entertainment" tends toward the insipid at best, Living Free is still a worthwhile venture. Susan Hampshire and Nigel Davenport take over the roles of Joy and George Adamson, the British couple who, while stationed in Kenya, adopted three orphaned lion cubs. Living Free finds the dying Elsa, their favorite of the original three and now a mother herself, returning to the Adamsons, who must figure out what to do with Elsa's three cubs, who develop an unfortunate appetite for domestic livestock. The film is on the slow side, but once again it's the animals who steal the show; the footage of the young lions interacting with other beasts, from wild giraffes and rhinos to a pet dog, is remarkable. Though light on bonus features, the DVD will surely find its adherents. --Sam Graham
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 Living Free June 13, 2008
In my opinion, this movie was a genuine attempt to capture the resolve of the Adamsons to help Elsa's three orphaned cubs find their way in the African wilderness. Some have commented that the acting (and the actors) in this sequel to "Born Free" did not show the compassion for animals that those in "Born Free" did. I disagree. In accordance with the story line (which I assume to be more or less faithful to the actual events), the Adamsons had resolved not to become as attached to the cubs as they had been to Elsa. Therefore, they necessarily had to "keep their distance" as it were. I recommend this movie for good family viewing. I also enjoy the theme music and lyrics to this movie, which I think were well-written and appropriate to the content of the movie.
 Review of Living Free March 29, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
The movie was of top quality. I had seen the movie before, but I really enjoyed seeing it again and enjoying it with a young friend. The movie came really quickly in the mail. This was an excellent transaction.
 Pales in comparison to "Born Free" March 21, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is the quite dreadful sequel to "Born Free." It is intended for viewing by children, but even young ones will be bored with the extremely slow pace of this feature-length film. Were it shortened by two-thirds to about 30 minutes, it would be reasonably entertaining for younger kids. The acting is cheesy and very dated, and the plot plods along very slowly. There's nothing inherently wrong with the story, and the videography of the lions is quite charming, but it is presented so badly in this film that I would not waste a penny on it. Fortunately, I obtained my copy from the local library.
Living Free November 2, 2005
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
Once again I am reminded of how much I enjoyed the "Born Free" trilogy when I viewed this DVD. Anyone who loves lions, and the 1960's, should own and view all three movies.
 No Joy Here July 25, 2005
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
The site of an immaculately turned out Susan Hampshire in thick eyeliner and gleaming white (flared) trouser suit prancing through the Serengeti should serve as an immediate red flag. This is about as far as you can get from Bill Travers' and Virginia McKenna's charming performances in Born Free, never mind invoking the real Adamsons, who led interesting and ultimately tragic lives. Doesn't seem much like Kenya in the fifties to me (I was there). Give it a miss.
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