NATURE . WILDLIFE

Soul of the Elephant

52' (ENG, GER, SPA)
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The encounter with a dead elephant is the starting point for a journey back in time: Who was this elephant – and what was his life like?

Elephants are among the few sentient beings with which we share this planet. They are considered one of the smartest animals, along with dolphins and chimpanzees. This film focuses on the behaviour that makes elephants unique.

Starting from a pile of bones, this documentary shows what one ancient elephant may have witnessed during the course of its long life. Spectacular and grand elephant portraits in the vast, wild landscapes of Botswana are complemented with intimate insights into what makes those magnificent animals what they are. Looking at the world through pachydermal eyes, we will come to understand what it takes to live an elephant’s life.

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Festivals & Awards

  • International Nature Film Festival 2016

    * winner : 1st place (Category: Documentaries on nature protection and conservation - television productions/Independent films)
  • Deauville Green Awards 2016

    * winner : Golden Green Award (Category: Preservation of the Biodiversity)
  • Wildlife Vaasa International Nature Film Festival 2016

    * winner : 1st Prize (Category: Environment & Conservation)
  • Matsalu Nature Film Festival 2016

    * winner : Grand Prix
  • WIFF - Woodpecker Film Festival 2016

    * winner : Best Film Award (Category: Forest and Wildlife)
  • FIFA - Festival International du Film Animalier d'Albert 2017

    * winner : Special Jury Award
  • US International Film & Video Festival 2017

    * winner : Silver Screen (Category: Environment, Ecology)
  • US International Film & Video Festival 2017

    * winner : Gold Camera (Category: Craft/Production Techniques: Cinematography)
  • US International Film & Video Festival 2017

    * winner : Gold Camera (Category: Nature, Wildlife)

Facts

  • Trailer

    Trailer - English
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