“Hollywood Safari” is a made-for-TV movie adventure involving Kensho, an escaped trained female lion. Kensho becomes confused with a wild look-alike who is causing fear and chaos in a California vacation town. It becomes a race against time for the county sheriff and the family who loves Kensho.
This film is set against a rugged background and involves quality action shots of beautiful animals as well as several great scenes with the family dog- reminiscent of the old “Lassie” series. The characters are seen as a close-knit family with strong ties who work to support each other in the midst of tension and confusion. Several law enforcement officials are seen as pushing the limits of right and wrong as they are engulfed in the challenge they face.
We found this film to contain a positive storyline and very strong family values; however, we are unable to recommend it for family viewing because of several instances of strong language.