Khumba

• Animation
• Adventure
• Family

A vibrant and visually striking animated adventure, *Khumba* diverges from typical hero’s journeys by centering on a zebra ostracized *for being incomplete*, rather than celebrated for exceptionalism. The film delicately explores themes of self-acceptance and challenging societal norms within a beautifully rendered African landscape. While nominally a quest for missing stripes, the narrative focuses on the unlikely friendship forged between Khumba, a perpetually anxious wildebeest, and a wonderfully vain ostrich, revealing a playful dynamic that champions individuality in the face of prejudice. The story isn’t about defeating a villain to restore order, but about understanding the leopard’s own isolation and ultimately fostering a spirit of inclusivity that breaks a self-fulfilling prophecy linked to the drought. It's a refreshingly optimistic take on belonging and finding strength in what makes you different.