High on the Tibetan Plateau, the team witnesses an exceptionally rare encounter: a mother snow leopard and her almost-grown cub, reunited after months apart. As the young predator learns through play and tentative hunting attempts, the crew captures intimate moments seldom seen in the wild. But life in these mountains is unforgiving. Livestock attacks increase, Tibetan mastiffs stand guard, and herders describe the fragile coexistence they maintain with leopards and even wandering bears. Storms, cold and doubt weigh heavily as the team continues its search for a newborn cub rumored to roam these peaks. Here, humans and wildlife share the same space, bound by a delicate balance of survival, resilience and respect.
Documentary: On The Trail Of The Snow Leopard
Director: Stéphane Jacques
Production: ARTE France & ZED (2019)
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