Born to Be Wild
Born to be loved. Born to be free.
2011 • 40 min • Documentary · Adventure
Synopsis
Born to Be Wild observes various orphaned jungle animals and their day-to-day behavioural interactions with the individuals who rescue them and raise them to adulthood. The film unfurls in two separate geographic spheres. Half of it takes place in the rain forests of Borneo, where celebrated primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas assists baby orangutans; the other half takes place on the arid savannahs of Kenya, where zoologist Dame Daphne Sheldrick works with baby elephant calves.
Our family guide
Best from age 4- 70 Audience · 73 · 100%
This heartwarming documentary follows the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned orangutans and elephants. Set in Borneo and Kenya, it showcases the dedicated individuals who raise these young animals, preparing them for a return to the wild. It's a touching look at the profound bond between humans and animals.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 0/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 0/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Brief scenes of animals in distress (orphaned, rescued)
- Some young viewers might be sad about the animals' initial plight
What it models well
- Compassion for animals
- Environmental conservation
- Dedicating oneself to a cause
- Nurturing and care
Talk about it after
- What challenges do orphaned animals face?
- How do humans help wild animals survive?
- Why is it important to protect rainforests and savannahs?
- How can we help animals in need?
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- Fandango At Home
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Top billed cast
Director: David Lickley
Trailers & clips
Born to Be Wild Official Trailer #1 - (2011) HD
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.0/10 (73)
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Box office
- $7,732,325
- IMDb
- tt1680059
- Official site
- www.imax.com
