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Kakadu - a vast wilderness ruled by lightning and fire, by drought and flood - is the scene of this enchanting tale of a blue-winged kookaburra, the youngest of three nestlings, struggling against the odds to join his parents dynasty. Deadly crocodiles, playful parrots, kangaroos and frill-necked lizards - the lives of some of Australia's most-loved and most-feared animals are woven together in this multi-award-winning film. The result of eight years' work by zoologist and film-maker David Curl, this film provides an intimate yet spectacular glimpse of Kakadu as few will ever see it.

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Crew

Director
David Curl
Writers
David Curl  John Sparks
Producer
David Curl
Executive Producers
John Sparks

Production Details

Production Completion
1996
Genre
Natural history and environment
Production Company
David Curl Pty Ltd

Sales

International Sales
David Curl Pty Ltd

Selected Awards & Festivals

  • Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival
    (1999)
  • International Wildlife Film and Television Festival - Wildscreen
    (1997)
  • Progetta Natura, Festival Internazonale del Film Naturalistico
    (1997)
  • Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival
    (1997)
  • International Festival of Documentary Films on Parks And Protected Areas
    (1997)