"The Ghost and the Darkness" is a 1996 film directed by Stephen Hopkins, based on the true story of the Tsavo Man-Eaters, two lions that terrorized the workers of the Tsavo Railway in Kenya during the late 19th century. The film stars Val Kilmer as a British engineer and Michael Douglas as a big-game hunter, who team up to stop the lions that are killing the railway crew. The lions, known for their unusual behavior and attacks on humans, became infamous and were later studied by scientists. The story highlights themes of survival, fear, and the struggle between humans and nature, showcasing the challenges faced during the construction of the railway.