Overview
Plot
In 2015, Cecil, a lion in Zimbabwe, was killed by American dentist Walter Palmer, sparking global outrage. The story turns the gaze back on us and our behavior, contrasting simple outrage with complex reality.
- Directors
- Arthur Cary
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Genre
- Documentary, Crime
- Release date
- 2026-02-19
- Studios
- Arrow Pictures, Film4 Productions
Plot
Warning: spoilers
Cecil Plot and Cast
The 2015 killing of Cecil, a lion in Zimbabwe, by American dentist Walter Palmer provoked worldwide outcry. The documentary examines this reaction, turning the gaze back on us and our behavior. It highlights the stark contrast between the simplicity of public outrage and the complexity of the underlying reality.
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