When Lambs Become Lions
Year: 2018
Country:
United States
Language:
Swahili
Run Time:
79 minutes
WHEN LAMBS BECOME LIONS is an extremely up close and personal look into the contentious ivory trade. It follows a small-time Kenyan ivory dealer known simply as X, whose missions to procure elephant tusks have become increasingly difficult as police ramp up protective measures for wildlife. The mood of the people has changed too. Marches and parades in favor of stricter laws against poaching are more and more common. X’s partner, Lukas, is the one who actually does the dirty deed, as X is uncomfortable with killing animals, despite the obvious irony in his choice of work. But for these men, selling ivory is a means to support their families. Environmental and ethical issues presented are weighed against the economic benefits. The film also follows Asan, a wildlife ranger who just happens to be X’s cousin. The glaring conflict of interest creates discernable tension between them. As the ivory industry begins to burn, X must embrace change or go down in flames. Jon Kasbe’s stirring documentary is dark and provocative, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into the ghastly phenomenon of poaching. (In Swahili with subtitles) —E.F.
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Sidebar
African Diaspora
Competition
Greg Gund Memorial Standing Up Competition
Director
Jon Kasbe
Born to an Australian mother and an Indian father, Jon Kasbe spent most of his childhood traveling. He soon found documentary filmmaking to be a way to immerse himself in his travels and share discoveries with others. Kasbe bought his first camera at age ten to interview children in war-torn Serbia. Today his short films have garnered an Emmy Award, two Emmy nominations, and recognition from the Webbys, SXSW, Hot Docs, Vimeo Staff Picks, and The White House News Photographers Association.
Filmography
WHEN LAMBS BECOME LIONS (2018)
Producers
Innbo Shim, Tom Yellin, Andrew Harrison Brown
Cinematography
Jon Kasbe, Alex Pritz, David Bolen
Editing
Frederick Shanahan, Jon Kasbe, Caitlyn Greene
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http://whenlambs.com
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