Eagle and the Elephant


60m 1996

Brief Synopsis

Documentary chronicling two vanishing, ancient traditions in which humans and animals work as partners in loving relationships that demonstrate the power and sanctity of wildlife. In the Tien Shan Mountains, the frontier between China and Kazakhstan, a royal eagle named Tengere, who has aided the hu

Film Details

Also Known As
World of Audubon Specials (03/24/96)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1996

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Documentary chronicling two vanishing, ancient traditions in which humans and animals work as partners in loving relationships that demonstrate the power and sanctity of wildlife. In the Tien Shan Mountains, the frontier between China and Kazakhstan, a royal eagle named Tengere, who has aided the hunter Alik for many years in his quest for game, helps Alik capture a new eagle before Tengere regains his own freedom. In southern India, a man named Chami has been employed by a rich family for more than four decades to care for its elephant, Ana.

Film Details

Also Known As
World of Audubon Specials (03/24/96)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1996

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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