Lionpower from MGM
"Lionpower from MGM" (1967) is an exciting 60's promotional short subject, which showcases MGM's releases for the 1967-68 film season under a "five seasons" theme--fall, winter, spring, summer--plus a "fabulous fifth season". The main music is set to the rousing theme from "The Magnificent Yankee" composed by David Raksin in 1950. The promo is narrated by some of the best voice-over actors of the time, and is an excellent time capsule of a by-gone era.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary showcases the power and majesty of lions, likely produced by MGM to promote their animal-related content or as a nature-focused short film. It focuses on the behavior and presence of these powerful predators in their natural habitat.
Critical Reception
As a short promotional or nature documentary from 1967, specific critical reception is not widely documented. Such films were often viewed as educational or entertaining shorts rather than major cinematic releases and typically received brief mentions or were judged by their informational or visual appeal at the time.
What Reviewers Say
- Likely appreciated for its depiction of lions.
- May have served as a brief educational piece for audiences.
- Information on specific critical sentiment is scarce.
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Fun Fact
This short film was likely produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) during a period when studios often created short documentary or promotional pieces to accompany their feature films or for general release.
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