Born Free By Way of Youtube

It was only a matter of time before we started getting word that internet sensations like "Chocolate Rain", LonelyGirl15 or Chris Crocker were going have their stories translated for the big screen.  The film community is still in the process of deciding how best to translate viral video into multiplex major money.  Now, according to Reuters, they've taken a first step towards solving that problem.  And it's a good one.

The reunion of Christian the Lion, the big cat that was purchased from a London department store and was raised by humans, and his former owners,  has been one of the internet sensations of the year.  And now, that 2:30 Youtube video and the story behind it will head for the big screen. 

Something tells me "March of the Lion Cubs" isn't far behind.