Tobias Totz and his Lion (film)

Tobias Totz and his Lion is a 1999 German animated film directed by Piet De Rycker and Thilo Rothkirch. Based on the children's book of the same name by Ursula Wölfel, the film tells the story of a young boy named Tobias Totz who lives on a small island with his parents. One day, a lion washes ashore, and Tobias befriends him. The story follows their adventures together and the challenges they face, including prejudice from the island's residents and attempts to exploit the lion for personal gain. The film is noted for its traditional animation style and its themes of friendship, tolerance, and environmentalism. It received a German Film Award for Best Children's Film.