Film Lens
The documentary focuses on the life of a calf growing up on the Savannah, highlighting the dangers it faces, including competition from bulls and threats from predators like wolves. It emphasizes that a third of all calves do not survive their first year, illustrating the harsh realities of life on the grasslands. The film captures the relentless cycle of flood, famine, freeze, and fire that characterizes these landscapes, showing how climate change exacerbates these conditions.
As the seasons change, the film depicts the extreme weather patterns on North America's Great Plains, including record snowfall and intense thunderstorms. It details how these weather events impact the bison and their calves, particularly during winter when food becomes scarce and predators become more aggressive. The narrative concludes with a focus on the adaptability and strength of the herd, led by a matriarch who has learned to navigate these challenges over time.
Why Watch
- •See how bison adapt to extreme weather changes.
- •Find out why winter is a wolf's ally in hunting.
- •Meet the matriarch leading her herd through tough times.
Did You Know
•A third of all calves do not survive their first year.
•North America's Great Plains can experience temperatures that vary by 100° within a year.
•Bison must consume 23 pounds of food daily to survive harsh winters.
Perfect For
Wildlife enthusiastsClimate change advocatesFans of nature documentaries