A pristine island, untouched by humans, rises from the ocean depths and is eventually swallowed by the sea. Giant tortoises swim through shark-infested waters, turtle babies rush to the open sea, and the world's largest terrestrial crabs scale palm trees to harvest coconuts. Flightless birds dominate the area, and the most powerful tides in the world shape gravity-defying sculptures from coral and limestone.
Once Upon an Island
A heartwarming family film showcases the remarkable lives of animals native to the Aldabra atoll, from their birth and community-building to their daily struggles for survival.