Before and After

About This Movie

Before and After (2022) takes us deep into the heart of the Mara River ecosystem, capturing the raw and unfiltered cycle of life. The documentary’s atmosphere feels both intimate and vast, beautifully contrasting the lives of a baby wildebeest and a baby buffalo. You really get a sense of the tension and fragility in nature. The pacing is reflective, allowing viewers to soak in the moments, the sounds of the savannah, and the stunning visuals. It’s not your typical wildlife doc; the film explores themes of companionship and inevitable fate, culminating in a poignant end that leaves you thinking. The practical effects are minimal, yet they complement the visceral reality of the animals' lives. It’s a unique take on life and death in the wild.

Cinematic depiction of animal life cyclesFocus on the Mara River ecosystemExploration of companionship and fate