Overview
Inspired by the true story of the first giraffe to visit France, Zarafa is a sumptuously animated and stirring adventure, and a throwback to a bygone era of hand-drawn animation and epic storytelling set among sweeping CinemaScope vistas of parched desert, wind-swept mountains and open skies. Under the cover of darkness a small boy, Maki, loosens the shackles that bind him and escapes into the desert night. Pursued by slavers across the moon-lit savannah, Maki meets Zarafa, a baby giraffe – and an orphan, just like him – as well as the nomad Hassan, Prince of the Desert. Hassan takes them to Alexandria for an audience with the Pasha of Egypt, who orders him to deliver the exotic animal as a gift to King Charles of France.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Zarafa?
Zarafa was directed by Jean-Christophe LieRémi Bezançon.
What was the budget and revenue for Zarafa?
The official budget was $10,750,000 and the movie went on to gross $12,197,574 worldwide.
Where was Zarafa produced?
It was produced by companies including France 3 Cinéma, Prima Linéa Productions, Chaocorp, Pathé, SCOPE Pictures in Belgium, France.
Zarafa Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Zarafa wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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