The Last Lioness
Synopsis
A haunting call echoes across the Liuwa Plain. There is no answer, there hasn't been for years. She has no pride, no support - she alone must safeguard her own survival. Her name is Lady Liuwa, and she is the Last Lioness. Isolated by a scourge of illegal trophy hunting that wiped out the rest of her species in the region, Lady Liuwa is the only known resident lion surviving on Zambia's Liuwa Plain. For four years, cameraman Herbert Brauer watched her lonely life unfold, until, in her solitude, she reached out to him for companionship. But Herbert knows he is not the companion this lonely lioness needs - she should be amongst her own kind. Now, in May of 2009, plans for a male lion translocation have come through, and there is hope for ending her isolation. For the first time in more than five years, Lady Liuwa will no longer be the Last Lioness.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bronwyn Watkins
- Screenplay & Story
- Bronwyn Watkins
- Original Score
- Benjamin Willem
- Original Title
- The Last Lioness
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Aquavision TV Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bronwyn Watkins
Bronwyn Watkins
Benjamin Willem
Department Leadership Roster
Bronwyn Watkins
Director
Bronwyn Watkins
Writer
Benjamin Willem
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Last Lioness.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring The Last Lioness.
Nature-Documentary
Auto-filled from Letterboxd lists
More Like The Last Lioness
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Lioness
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Last Lioness about?
A haunting call echoes across the Liuwa Plain. There is no answer, there hasn't been for years. She has no pride, no support - she alone must safeguard her own survival. Her name is Lady Liuwa, and she is the Last Lioness. Isolated by a scourge of illegal trophy hunting that wiped out the rest of her species in the region, Lady Liuwa is the only known resident lion surviving on Zambia's Liuwa Plain. For four years, cameraman Herbert Brauer watched her lonely life unfold, until, in her solitude, she reached out to him for companionship. But Herbert knows he is not the companion this lonely lioness needs - she should be amongst her own kind. Now, in May of 2009, plans for a male lion translocation have come through, and there is hope for ending her isolation. For the first time in more than five years, Lady Liuwa will no longer be the Last Lioness.
Who directed The Last Lioness?
The Last Lioness was directed by Bronwyn Watkins.
Who stars in The Last Lioness?
The principal cast of The Last Lioness includes Hermione Gulliford, Herbert Brauer.
When was The Last Lioness released and how long is it?
The Last Lioness was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Last Lioness?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Last Lioness was composed by Benjamin Willem.