Episode 1
Renowned wildlife film-maker Gordon Buchanan gets close to wild cheetahs in the stunning Kalahari, experiencing first-hand the very real dangers these beautiful big cats face.
Renowned wildlife film-maker Gordon Buchanan gets close to wild cheetahs in the stunning Kalahari, experiencing first-hand the very real dangers these beautiful big cats face.
With the help of cheetah guides Richard Satekge and Julius Mkhize, this programme follows two cheetah mothers - Savannah and her four cubs in the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, and Chili and her five kittens in the Great Karoo Wilderness - as they navigate a harsh environment, dangerous wildlife and dwindling prey.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Gordon Buchanan |
| Camera Operator | Graham MacFarlane |
| Camera Operator | Wim Vorster |
| Director | Nicola Tremain |
| Editor | Mark Fox |
| Music | Gijs Van Amelsvoort |
| Production Manager | Clare Crossley |
| Production Coordinator | Rosalina Rashidi |
| Executive Producer | Ted Oakes |
| Executive Producer | Wendy Rattray |
| Production Company | Hello Halo Productions Limited |
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