Birth of a Pride (44min)
In Selinda, Botswana, lions had been hunted to near extinction, but thanks to conservation efforts, the number of these majestic African wildlife has grown from just 2 to over 60. Witness an incredible and heartwarming story of survival through the eyes of the lions that beat the odds. Follow six cubs as they navigate the world and learn to hunt, socialize, and survive in the now flourishing wilderness, showcasing the importance of conservation films that highlight the beauty of nature documentaries.
Winner Best Editing, Asian Cinematography Awards April 2019
Winner Best Editing, European Cinematography Awards April 2019
Winner Best Film on Nature, Environment, Wildlife, Calcutta International Cult Film Festival, India May 2019
Winner Best Editing, Calcutta International Cult Film Festival, India May 2019
Winner Best Documentary Film FESTPRO Film Festival, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Penza and Vladimir, Russia 2019
Winner Best of Festival, Docs Without Borders Film Festival, Nassau 2019
Outstanding Achievement Award for Film on Nature / Environment / WIldlife, Druk International Film Festival, Bhutan June 2019
Outstanding Achievement Award for Editing, Druk International Film Festival, Bhutan June 2019
Winner German Wildlife Film Award, NaturVision Film Festival, Ludwigsburg, Germany 2019
Finalist Documentary Feature category, Wolves Independent International Film Festival, Lithuania 2019
Semi Finalist Courage Film Festival, Germany 2020
OKAVANGO: RIVER OF DREAMS (Series Trailer)
From the wild dogs hunting along its watery edges and the lechwe splashing in its shallows, to the hippos landscaping its channels and the lions that have adapted to a life aquatic – all of the stories in this nature documentary series have one thing in common: they’re shaped by the life-giving ebb and flow of one of Africa’s greatest rivers. This captivating exploration highlights African wildlife and the intricate relationships within this ecosystem, making it a vital addition to conservation films.
A 3-part series and a 90min Director's Cut produced by Dereck and Beverly Joubert.
Winner Best Editing, 1st GOLDEN MERLION AWARDS, World Film Carnival, Singapore (WFCS) 2021, recognized for excellence in editing conservation films highlighting African wildlife.
Winner Best Editing, New York Cinematography Awards February 2020, showcasing skill in nature documentaries.
Winner Best Editing, Docs Without Borders Film Festival 2020, acknowledged for impactful storytelling in conservation films.
Winner Best Editing (Category: Nature), Matsalu Nature Film Festival, Estonia 2020, celebrating the beauty of African wildlife through expert editing.
Outstanding Achievement Award for Editing, World Film Carnival, Singapore March 2020, honoring exceptional work in nature documentaries.
Outstanding Achievement Award for Editing, Druk International Film Festival, Bhutan February 2020, recognizing contributions to the field of conservation films.
Finalist for Best Limited Series Film - Long Form, Jackson Wild, USA 2019, showcasing powerful conservation films that highlight the beauty of African wildlife through captivating nature documentaries.
OKAVANGO: RIVER OF DREAMS - CHAPTER 3 INFERNO (52:30) The third chapter marks the beginning of the end … we have reached the far fringes of the great waterway, a place for only the hardiest of survivors. Here, ‘Paradise’ has turned into an ‘Inferno’. In this part of the nature documentary, produced by Dereck and Beverly Joubert, we witness the harsh realities faced by African wildlife, highlighting the importance of conservation films in raising awareness about these critical issues.
Audience Jury Prize: Sondrio Festival, Italy, 2020
Honorable Mention
General: World Wildlife Day Film Showcase featuring conservation films highlighting African wildlife, Jackson Wild, USA 2020
Finalist for Best Limited Series Film - Long Form, Jackson Wild, USA 2019