Photography Collection Accompanies New Lion Film at Fernbank Museum's IMAX(r) Theatre

ATLANTA, GA (Dec. 5.) - With vivid imagery and spectacular cinematography, the film Roar: Lions of the Kalahari might make audiences wish they could freeze the footage to take a better look. Highlighting those picture-perfect scenes, the accompanying photography collection The Kalahari - Photographs by June and Tim Liversedge gives visitors an opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds. 
   On December 6, 2003, Fernbank Museum of Natural History opens Roar: Lions of the Kalahari, a new film by Tim Liversedge and National Geographic, along with a collection of 18 framed photographs taken on location during filming in Africa's Kalahari Desert. With artful composition and dramatic angles often framed by the mirrored reflection of the waterhole and clouds of dust, The Kalahari - Photographs by June and Tim Liversedge includes stunning stills of zebras, elephants, springbok and other wildlife as they risk becoming the lions' prey to take advantage of the only source of water found for 100 miles. Further highlighting the elegance of the mighty Kalahari lion, the photographs also reveal the species' abilities as skillful hunters, wary protectors and caring parents.
   Through this additional approach of conveying the grace and majesty of lions, The Kalahari - Photographs by June and Tim Liversedge pauses the action shown in the film to celebrate the magnificence of the natural world, demonstrating the chess match between lion and prey, the ballet of the chase, and the preparation for a coup by a potential new lion king. 
   "Searing temperatures and blinding dust storms added difficulties but also created swirling backdrops and shimmering horizons to the images," June Liversedge said about photographing wild lions in the sweltering heat of the desert. "Capturing these still images for our IMAX(r) film Roar: Lions of the Kalahari has been one of the most exciting experiences of my life in Botswana."
   The film builds on the photography's storyline, providing a breathtaking account of wild lions as they endure drought, become efficient hunters, welcome the birth of new cubs, stand their ground against newcomers and reveal the inner dynamics of a pride. 
   Roar: Lions of the Kalahari and The Kalahari - Photographs by June and Tim Liversedge are both at Fernbank Museum of Natural History from December 6, 2003 - April 30, 2004*. The Kalahari - Photographs by June and Tim Liversedge is on view in the lobby and does not require Museum admission. IMAX(r) tickets for Roar: Lions of the Kalahari are $10 for adults, $9 for students/seniors, $8 for children and $6 for members.