An Apology to Elephants
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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Genre: Documentary
Director: Amy Schatz
Actors: Colleen Kinzley, Cynthia Moss, Jeff Kinzley, Joel Parrott, Joyce Poole, Katy Payne, Lily Tomlin, Mel Richardson, Pat Derby, Rose McCoy, Ross MacPhee
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