Duma
An orphaned cheetah becomes the best friend and pet of a young boy living in South Africa.
Critics Sentiment
Xan converts motorcycle into sailing vehicle using parachute
Peter dies suddenly, disrupting plans to return Duma
The film recovers strongly from Peter's death into the adventure section, with sentiment climbing from 6.0 to 8.5 as the creative survival sequences and stunning cinematography take center stage.
Duma earns consistent critical praise for its authentic portrayal of the human-animal bond and stunning African cinematography. While some conventional family film elements in the middle act receive mixed responses, the film's patient storytelling, creative survival sequences, and emotionally satisfying conclusion resonate strongly with critics. The consensus celebrates it as intelligent family entertainment that respects both its audience and its animal subjects.
Full cast
Alex Michaeletos
Xan
Campbell Scott
Peter
Mary Makhatho
Thandi
Nthabiseng Kenoshi
Lucille
Hope Davis
Kristin
Jennifer Steyn
Aunt Gwen
Eamonn Walker
Ripkuna
André Stolz
Xan's Teacher
Charlotte Savage
Poetry Student
Clive Scott
Tourist #3 - Eager Man
John Whiteley
Tourist #2
Nadia Kretschmer
Tourist #1
Nicky Rebelo
Coach Nagy
Crew
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