Review of The Last Lions (2011) by Maureen L — 23 Nov 2012

This is a great movie and quite insightful about whether these beautiful animals will survive the encroachment of humans or not.

This review of The Last Lions (2011) was written by Maureen L on 23 Nov 2012.

The Last Lions has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Robert K (393) on 19 Nov 2011

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