NHU AFRICA commissions and
produces
approximately 100 hours per
annum of natural history and wildlife documentary series and one-off
specials. Please see the list below of productions currently
available for acquisition.
A terrifying journey into the darkest underwaters of the Okavango Delta
– marine photographer Roger Horrocks along with veteran diver Didier
Noirot follow the giant Nile crocodile into what most would consider a
death-trap. His almost obsessive drive to connect with this
ancient creature will mean facing a host of dangerous encounters. Click
here to read more
Free Passage to Angola Running Time:
1 x 52 mins
Displaced by decades of war, both the people and animals of Angola have
slowly begun a journey back home to rediscover their ancestral lands. A
moving film which chronicles the thousands of elephants who have mapped
routes through a country riddled with landmines, and enthralled
onlookers with their apparent ability to detect and avoid the remains
of man’s violations. Click
here to read more
Troop Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
Amidst the fascinating contrast of urban sprawl and majestic African
coastline live the energetic and entertaining Cape Peninsula baboons.
This unique primate soap series chronicles the escapades of this troop
and reveals the ups and downs of some special characters that playfully
wreak havoc amongst their human neighbours. Click
here to read more
The Giant Pink S Running Time:
1 x 52 mins
The worldwide-acclaimed success story of an S-shaped island breeding
facility for the threatened Lesser Flamingos is short-lived when the
excesses of man begin to encroach upon this beautiful sanctuary. Click
here to read more
Endangered Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
It would seem unthinkable that one in four mammals are at risk of
extinction; however with this fact being confirmed by the
IUCN,
this film takes the viewer on a guided tour to seek out the rare and
threatened species of South Africa – an essential record of the
wondrous creatures that may not be there tomorrow. Click
here to read more
Animal Nation Running Time:
1 x 52 mins
We live in a cacophony of man-made stimulation – entertainment, city
noises, and instantaneous communication, the list is endless. However
some people silence the distractions of life, and tap into the voices
of the natural world. This coming-of-age film takes a much needed look
at what this exploration can mean to us. Click
here to read more
The Kalahari Running Time:
1 x 24 mins
It’s a battle for life for the animals that dwell within the severe
conditions of South Africa’s Kalahari desert - adaptation overrules
size and strength. For the wildlife population of this diverse
desert it’s a daily battle to get through the dry season, for
the
audience a fascinating demonstration of nature’s immense capacity to
survive. Click
here to read more
Peace Parks Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
The borders dividing countries in southern Africa share the same
splendour of untouched natural expanse. Using new 3D technology, along
with insights from the locals and the success of organisations such as
Peace Parks, we discover the importance of a shared sense of
conservation and caring for our lands. Click
here to read more
Keepers of the Cape Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
As we witness the rapid demise of our natural world intensify, so the
challenge for humans to act as safeguards for our animals and plants
increases. This presenter-driven film reveals the breathtaking wonders
of the Western Cape and the environmental problems and possible
solutions it now faces. Click
here to read more
The Cheetah Diaries, Series 2 Running Time:
13
x 24 mins
Following the popular first season, this series returns with all the
well-loved characters and new additions to the Cheetah Outreach
programme of South Africa. Follow the lives of this
collection of
charismatic cats, their handlers and the exciting new natural methods
of conservation. Click
here to read more
Rainbow Nature Running Time:
1 x 52 mins
Against the dry, earthy landscape of the Orange River region, this film
details the colourful presence of the striking Rainbow Lizard, the
surrounding Augrabies Waterfall, and the myths and legends sustained by
the area’s local communities. Click
here to read more
Modern Migrations Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
This series, hosted by Survivor South Africa’s Mark Bayly, follows the
highly-strategic movement of wild animals beyond the fences that are in
place for their protection and that of the habitat surrounds. Take a
flight with precision flyers and witness the action involved in the
transportation of some of South Africa’s favourite wildlife. Click
here to read more
Camp Raiders Running Time:
1 x 48 mins
The Kruger National Park receives hordes of tourists with high
expectations of spotting the big five on the ultimate African
safari. Some leave disappointed; however one guaranteed
sighting
is the charismatic crew of camp-dwelling animals – from squirrels
stealing crumbs to monkeys executing burglaries - witness
what
the park’s regulars get up to on a daily basis. Click
here to read more
Chameleon Running Time:
1 x 52 mins and 3 x 30 mins
A cross-continental, cinematographic spectacular, which examines the
weird and wonderful chameleons of the world – delving into a macro look
at their strange alien-like characteristics and mysterious aura. Click
here to read more
Wild Walk Running Time:
13 x 24 mins
This 13-part mini-series is hosted by internationally-acclaimed
conservation journalist Swati Thiyagarajan, who enlightens her audience
with a quality understanding of some of the most controversial
conservation issues of South Africa. Each episode gives a brilliant
holistic look at the beauties and threats of some of the most
intriguing wild places and faces of Africa. Click
here to read more
A Kalahari
Tail Running Time:
1 x 52 mins
WINNER:
Merit Award for Animal Behaviour – IWFF 2009 WINNER:
Best Newcomer – Wild Talk Africa 2009
A story about character-filled squirrels of the Kalahari Desert, and
their adaptation in order to survive the ever-challenging conditions of
the desert. Click
here to read more
Antarctica
– Journey into the White Desert Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
This film explores South Africa’s role in the greatest wilderness on
earth and showcases some of the groundbreaking research that could make
a difference to our survival on this planet.
This film reveals the life of the Namib Desert Elephants, and the
environment they have had to become accustomed to, to ensure their
survival and preserve their home.
Click here to read more
Dragon
Mountains Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
An entrancing documentary which transports viewers to fossilized
remnants of “Massypondyris” and its unhatched eggs that contain the
oldest dinosaur embryo in the world. Shot on the Drakensberg
Mountains, this film surveys a whole new dimension of the geological
and paleontological wonders of this mountain.
How
to Catch a Crocodile Running Time: 1 x 26 mins
Think you’ve got what it takes to catch a crocodile!? This unbelievable
look how a team of crocodile researchers trap and sample these enormous
reptiles will convince you otherwise.
Legends
of the Lake Location:
Lake Fundudzi
(Limpopo)
Running Time: 1 x 48 mins
“Everyone has beliefs… we know, that our being is in the lake” (Chief
Ntsundeni Netshiavha)
This film juxtaposes the ancient wisdom to the contemporary scientific
knowledge, therefore exposes the impact of both schools of thought in
encouraging communal solutions towards the future.
Out
of Africa – Frogs in Demand Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
In recent times, frogs from every continent around the world have
suffered from unexplained high death rates, resulting in various
species undergoing severe population reductions and pushing others
towards extinction. Join Professor Louis du Preez
and Marius Burger as they investigate what they believe is the reason
for the decline of amphibians.
Click here to read more
The
Cheetah Diaries Running
time: 13 x 24 mins
The Cheetah Diaries is an incredible profile of the work done by an
extra-ordinary team of women, cheetahs and dogs! Their methods are
modern, controversial and are constantly coming under fire from
detractors.
This documentary chronicles the lives of the cheetah cubs at the centre
located amongst the vineyards outside Stellenbosch, and follows their
training to become ambassador cats.
The
Zoo that Saved the World Running
Time: 13 x 24 mins
From one of the top 10 Zoo’s in the world, this is a zoo narrative with
a difference. It is a series that shows viewers unique
action-orientated footage of how a Zoo plays a crucial and dynamic role
in the field in Africa.
Click here to read more
Wandering
Wild Running
Time: 1 x 26 mins
A presenter-driven documentary that explores the greater Kruger
National Park through the eyes of a wildlife filmmaker. Stand
with Lianne Slegh in the middle of the Limpopo River and be aware of
the transformation of a dry river into an endless flow of water and
life.
The
Search for the Knysna Elephants Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
Very little is known about the elephants of the Knysna Forest because
it is difficult to study an animal that you cannot find, some even
doubt their existence. In this documentary, we follow the
search for the proof of the existence of the Knysna
Elephants.
Gorillas:
A journey for Survival Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
This world class story governed by emotive footage relates a memorable
anecdote, and celebrates the role played by the Gorillas as they became
true ambassadors, having travelled through more countries than an
average human being.
Nature
of Life Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
WINNER:
Prize
of Hope – International Festival of Sustainable
Development Films -
ekotopfilm 2009 NOMINATED:
Best Director – Sichuan TV Festival 2009
An epic documentary feature film that will provide solutions to
humanity’s greatest challenge yet – Global Climate Change.
Ice
Man Running
Time: 1 x 52 mins
Delivery Date: December 2008
Ice Man documents the extraordinary physiological and psychological
journey of Lewis Pugh’s long distance swims in the freezing waters of
both the south and the North Pole.
Planet Africa gives a fresh approach to documentary
television. Using an exciting and upbeat style, the focus is
on bringing awareness of positive community-driven stories by taking
the audience on a journey throughout Africa to experience first-hand
environmental and community issues.