Carroll Ballard (The Black Stallion; Fly Away Home) directs the exciting story of 12-year-old Xan (Alexander Michaletos); who decides to return the cheetah he raised from a cub to the wild instead of allowing pursuers to place it in captivity. Harsh South African landscapes; stalking lions; crocodiles; river rapids and a mysterious drifter (Eamonn Walker) who may intend to turn the big cat in for cash - all will test Xan's courage and resolve. Join him in this tale of growing up and letting go. It's a journey you won't want to miss.