An Apology to Elephants

An Apology to Elephants (2013)

April 13th, 20130h 40min

Documentary
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Overview

Elephants are among the most majestic and intelligent creatures on Earth--but for hundreds of years, they have suffered at the hands of humans. Narrated by Lily Tomlin, this documentary short traces our long history with elephants and explores the many problems that arise when they are brought to live in captivity in zoos and circuses.


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