The Crimson Wing: Mystery of the Flamingos

"One lake, a million birds, an incredible story!"

Sep 25 2009 G 1h 18m
Documentary

In the remote and forgotten wilderness of Lake Natron, in northern Tanzania, one of nature's last great mysteries unfolds: the birth, life and death of a million crimson-winged flamingos.

Plot

In a remote and forgotten wilderness, one of nature's last great mysteries unfolds: the birth, life and death of a million crimson-winged flamingos. Against a dramatic backdrop of never-before filmed landscapes, these secretive birds struggle to survive and prevail over danger and fate. This inspiring story, set in the extraordinary 'otherworld' of Lake Natron in northern Tanzania, the cradle of humankind, reminds us: here on earth is a universe waiting to be discovered.

Written by

Melanie Finn

Directed by

Matthew Aeberhard, Leander Ward

Production Countries

United States of America, United Kingdom

Production Companies

Disneynature

Languages

English

Awards

1 win & 1 nomination

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Average Rating
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