This intriguing documentary explores the world of Nigeria’s Hyena Men, a group of travelling performers who move from town to town with hyenas, pythons and other wild animals. Often surrounded by myth and rumour, some believe they possess magical powers or are part animal themselves. The film reveals the reality behind the legend, following the men as they earn a living by performing with their animals while examining the complex and sometimes controversial relationship they have with them — sometimes caring, sometimes harsh. This is a rare look into a hidden world, exploring the clash between urban life and the wild, and the lives of the men behind one of Nigeria’s most mysterious traditions. This film was first broadcast: 2009 Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OurStoriesChannel Watch More Documentaries True Lives - https://bit.ly/3A8xRMJ Up Close - youtube.com/@UpCloseITVS Our History - https://bit.ly/3rUpdhL Our World - https://bit.ly/3ftuckM Our Stories - https://bit.ly/3ynfFyk Taste - https://bit.ly/3OZoDcV Blueprint - https://bit.ly/3ZK5UdD True Lives brings you fascinating stories of social interest from around the world. You can discover award winning documentaries, films and groundbreaking reports that capture the complexities of our daily life, with stories that will entertain, inspire and inform. Content distributed by ITV Studios.
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