Join The Explorers Club Conservation Committee and New York WILD Film Festival on Monday, April 8th, for an evening screening of Living With Lions (Kuishi Na Simba) – in collaboration with Pridelands Wildlife Film Festival.
Living with Lions (Kuishi Na Simba)
Tanzania, 2023, 58m
Directed by Erica Rugabandana, Tanzanian filmmaker, cinematographer, and conservationist
Home to 40% of the world’s remaining wild lions, Tanzania is considered a leader in lion conservation. However, their survival is threatened – 60% of them live outside of protected areas, where they are vulnerable to major conflict with humans.
Rugari and his family live on the border of the Serengeti. During the dry season hungry lions threaten their village, and Rugari is faced with a terrible decision. Livestock is his family’s only income, and he could protect them by poisoning the lions. But his daughter insists there’s another way.
This event includes a film screening with Pridelands Wildlife Film Festival Director Fiona Tande in attendance.
RESERVATIONS
This will be an in-person screening at Explorers Club Headquarters.
In-person tickets are $15 for Members, and $30 for the General Public.
Check-in will begin at 6:00 pm, with a beer and wine reception from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fiona Tande
Fiona N. Tande, Founder and Director of Pridelands Films, is a trailblazer in wildlife and conservation filmmaking, championing African storytellers with a deep commitment to environmental narratives. Her academic background in Community Development from Daystar University and specialized training in Wildlife Filming has propelled her career through significant conservation efforts and film productions. Fiona’s leadership in launching the Pridelands Wildlife Film Fest—the first of its kind in Africa—showcases her dedication to showcasing African voices in natural history storytelling. Her induction into the prestigious Explorers Club EC50 Class of 2024 underscores her contributions to global exploration and conservation. Fiona’s work, including pivotal roles in projects like the Nat Geo/Disney+ series “Home | Africa” and her recognition through fellowships and scholarships, highlights her passion for connecting communities to conservation and leveraging film as a powerful tool for change.
