Saving Flora
Flora is a circus elephant who can no longer perform her tricks. The night before she's scheduled to be euthanized, the circus owner's 14-year old daughter, Dawn, sneaks Flora from the circus. All that stands between them and the safety of the elephant preserve is two hundred kilometers of woods, one raging river, two elephant hunters and the fear of not making it.
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Plot Summary
In the midst of World War II, a young girl named Dawn forms an extraordinary bond with a circus lioness named Flora. When the circus is forced to disband due to the war, Dawn embarks on a perilous journey to save Flora from a cruel fate. Along the way, she encounters allies and obstacles that test her courage and determination.
Critical Reception
Saving Flora received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its heartwarming story and emotional performances, particularly from the young lead actress. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing occasionally uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its family-friendly themes and animal-centric narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its touching portrayal of the bond between a girl and an animal.
- Noted for its emotional core and the commitment of its cast.
- Some found the narrative a bit formulaic for a family drama.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in various locations in Scotland, with much of the exterior filming taking place in rural landscapes to evoke the wartime setting.
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