Airborne to be wild.|Jun. 05, 2012|South Africa | United States|83 Min.|G
Genre: Adventure;Animation;Comedy;Family
Description: Kai, a spirited young falcon, feels bored and lonely living in a remote outpost with only his strict father, Tendai, for company. Forbidden from exploring beyond their boundaries, Kai’s curiosity grows after meeting Gogo, a quirky stork, and Tini, a friendly weaver bird. From them, he learns about Zambezia, a bustling bird city full of opportunities. Upset to discover his father has been hiding this secret, Kai leaves home to explore Zambezia.
Upon arriving at the majestic city perched near Victoria Falls, Kai is amazed by the vibrant community of birds preparing for the Spring Celebrations. He befriends Ezee, a fast-talking nightjar, and meets Zoe, a spirited black-shouldered kite and adopted daughter of Zambezia’s founder, Sekhuru. Despite a rocky first impression, Kai’s impressive flying skills earn him a spot on the elite Hurricanes patrol.
Meanwhile, the Marabou Storks, tired of scavenging, team up with Budzo, a cruel lizard, to threaten Zambezia. Unaware of the danger, Kai’s world is further shaken when Budzo captures his father and the weavers, including Tini. The story unfolds as Kai must navigate his new life while facing unexpected challenges.
Cast director: Wayne Thornley
Cast actor: Samuel L. Jackson, Abigail Breslin, Leonard Nimoy, Jeremy Suarez, Jeff Goldblum, Jenifer Lewis, Noureen DeWulf, Richard E. Grant, Jamal Mixon, David Shaughnessy
Original name: Zambezia