The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) is a historical adventure thriller based on the true story of two man-eating lions in 1898 in Kenya. The film follows Lieutenant Colonel John Henry Patterson (Val Kilmer), an engineer tasked with overseeing the construction of a railway bridge in Tsavo. However, his work is soon disrupted by a pair of lions that begin attacking the workers, killing numerous men and causing terror among the crew. As the attacks continue, Patterson enlists the help of a big-game hunter, Charles Remington (Michael Douglas), to help him stop the lions.

The story delves into Patterson’s obsession with killing the lions and the psychological toll it takes on him as he battles these fearsome predators. The lions, nicknamed “The Ghost” and “The Darkness,” become legendary figures due to their unusual behavior and the fear they inspire. The film blends adventure, suspense, and historical drama, portraying the struggle of man versus nature while exploring themes of courage, survival, and the unknown forces of the wild