Jimmy, an 11-year old European boy, goes to Africa with his mother, a busy executive charged with establishing a golf resort. However, on arriving they find themselves caught up in a war situation between rival indigenous tribes fighting over the land. To his surprise, Jimmy meets the talking giraffe, Seraf, at a busy market. Seraf tells Jimmy that he cannot easily avoid this tribal battle. But together with Charita, a poor African girl, Jimmy embarks on an adventurous and magical trip through the African jungle, where they must overcome many obstacles. Fortunately they have help, not only from Seraf, but also from a precious medallion. Throughout their trip, they discover that they can only achieve their goal if they truly believe in themselves and don't let anybody or anything get in their way.
Practical Effects
Seraf the giraffe puppet looks surprisingly committed to the bit.
Production
Actual South African locations elevate the budget considerably.
Director
Lourens Blok
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This Dutch-South African co-production arrived during a wave of European family films shot cheaply in Africa, often with troubling colonial undertones.
The medallion's powers are never explained, which is honestly refreshing. It's just magic. Don't think about it.
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