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An Apology to Elephants

2013Movie40 minPG

Documentary
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.0
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.0

Summary

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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  • Teens
  • Drop-in friendly
  • Thought-provoking

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  • You need an uplifting mood

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Directed by
Amy Schatz
Written by
Jane Wagner
Produced by
Beth Aala
Music by
Joby Talbot

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Facts

April 13, 2013 · 40 min · PG

Released
April 13, 2013
Runtime
40 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
73 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream An Apology to Elephants?"

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Where can I stream An Apology to Elephants?

HBO Max

In the United States, An Apology to Elephants streams on HBO Max. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 71 other countries.

Is An Apology to Elephants worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 8).

Is An Apology to Elephants okay for kids?

PGViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Can I half-watch An Apology to Elephants?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Will I feel good after watching An Apology to Elephants?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 8 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.