ZAMBEZIA

On the edge of an enormous waterfall, in the heart of Africa, lies the bird city of Zambezia. Famous for its impregnable defenses against egg predators, it has become the breeding sanctuary for birds from throughout the river valley. With half of its massive Baobab shell gone, Zambezia City is the ultimate tree house, humming with birds on every level, from its roots at the base, to the platforms high in the leafy tops.

Aero, a young Taita Falcon from a remote outpost, is the protagonist of the story. He dreams of flying on the prestigious River Watch. When Aero’s father is captured by the treacherous Marabous, he is forced to abandon his outpost and flee to Zambezia. However, Aero soon finds himself at the centre of a deadly plot concocted by the Marabous - who have joined forces with giant, egg-eating lizards - to overthrow Zambezia and return things back to “every bird for himself”. If Aero is to save Zambezia, he will have to learn that not all battles are won with fast and fancy flying.

Set in the spectacular Zambezi River Valley, the film draws on this unique natural environment as its inspiration - an inspiration which can be seen in the beautiful, quintessentially African elements of the film.

PRINCIPAL CHARACTERS:
Aero, a young Taita Falcon, is the protagonist of the story. He dreams of flying one day on the prestigious River Watch.

Bongo, a Goliath Heron, is an old hand at flying the long Zambezi River, and often visits the famous city of Zambezia.

Caz, a white-fronted Bee-eater is Zambezia’s Air Traffic Controller, Customs and Immigration Official, and Cargo Loader and typical Zambezian: bursting with energy, unpredictable, and enthusiastic.

Producers: Stuart Forrest, Vanessa Sinden
Director: Wayne Thornley
Head of Story: Anthony Silverston
Director of Animation: Mike Buckland
Head of 3D modeling: Sam King
Character designer: Remi Abrahams
Senior Animator: Kane Croudace
Technical consultant: James Middleton
Production Company: Triggerfish Animation