Animals Are Beautiful People (1974)

This is a masterpiece!!!A work of art that shows many creatures that are virtually unknown to the world - and, it's fun and funny!Africa has always been a place of fascinating mystery to me. A place I want to know more, and, all, about.For me, this movie shows me much of what I didn't know, and, in such a comical way. That makes it fun.The film makers of movies like this, and, others dealing with exotic creatures, must be brilliant, and...patient.To get all of these great shots in this movie...these cameramen must have been doing shots themselves just to be able to sit still and WAIT for that particular 'shot!'They're ARTISTS of the highest caliber! I praise and envy anyone and everyone who photographs and films animals...and, children! :)YOU HAVE THE PATIENCE OF A SAINT! :)

I've seen more than my fair share of documentaries, and even some less known nature documentaries. They all have something special about them, but not one goes to such great lengths to not only show us the beauty of nature (Africa), but also animals being simply - funny to no end. The research and work that went into making of this film, as well as the effort that it must've taken to put it all together in such a fun package is well worthy of any award. This film is for all fun loving nature and animal lovers out there. If you have kids, or are a big kid yourself, even better. Sit back and enjoy, you will not be disappointed (only pleasantly surprised). Even though this gem falls under a category "documentary" it feels like a feature film due to its fun nature where animals are like actors telling us their stories. So, do not disregard it due to its label - documentaries can be dry and underwhelming, but this one is exact opposite.

A true South African classic. A film for everyone. My sisters and Imust have watched it at every school we attended and loved it every time. Twenty years on, mythreeyear old niece adores it, especially the 'drunk animals' and the badger and the honey-guide. The scenes with the baby pelicans had her (and me) in tears. There are some scenes that seem contrived but these are few and far between. The classical music score is marvellous and the sound effects enhance the effect and thefilm is a visual feast. Highly recommended.

The best animal documentary you will ever watch. Funny and exciting. You will love every minute of it. Greatest fun I've had in years.Do not miss it. A classic in every sense.