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How I Became An Elephant

2012Movie1 h 18 min

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

A heartwarming, uplifting documentary movie about growing up and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

One girl's journey to inspire a movement. Juliette is fourteen years old and she is on a mission to save elephants. After single-handedly raising funds Juliette embarks on a life-altering journey to South East Asia to meet and work with her hero The Elephant Lady. This is the story of two women, one from the East, one from the West, coming together on common ground, saving elephants. It's the coming of age of a passionate emerging woman joining forces with the wise eastern animal advocate on an enlightening journey of compassion, action, and hope that is sure to motivate audiences young and old. The message: no matter what your age, your ethnicity, or disposition, no matter what the cause, you can make a difference.

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  • Inspirational Documentary
  • Animal Welfare
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • Environmental Activism
  • Hopeful Narrative
  • Cross-Cultural Connection
  • Educational & Uplifting
  • Empowering Message
  • Southeast Asian Scenery
  • Compassionate

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Directed by
Tim Gorski

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Facts

April 20, 2012 · 1 h 18 min · Documentary

Released
April 20, 2012
Runtime
1 h 18 min
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Available in
4 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream How I Became An Elephant?"

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Where can I stream How I Became An Elephant?

In the United States, How I Became An Elephant is free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is How I Became An Elephant worth watching?

89
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89 (IMDb 7.8).

Is How I Became An Elephant okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will I feel good after watching How I Became An Elephant?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 9 for wholesome.

Can I half-watch How I Became An Elephant?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with philosophical at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.