Baboona

This documentary features the pioneering work of Martin and Osa Johnson as they navigate their amphibious airplanes, 'Osa's Ark' and 'Spirit of Africa,' from Cape Town to Cairo. The film highlights significant moments, including the first-ever aerial shots of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Kenya, bringing a unique perspective to African landscapes.

Baboona also documents the couple's interactions with wildlife, notably scenes featuring Osa surrounded by a pride of lions and stunning footage of a baboon colony. These remarkable moments contribute to the film's title and showcase the adventurous spirit of early wildlife filmmaking. Collectors interested in documentaries or early cinema will find Baboona a significant representation of its time, reflecting the exploration and discovery ethos of the 1930s.