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An Apology to Elephants
Representation Score
3.3/10
Limited
2013
PGDirector
Amy Schatz
Runtime
40 minutes
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An Apology to Elephants approaches its subject matter through an environmental and ethical lens rather than a human-centric identity lens. By dismantling the 'humans-as-masters' narrative, the film offers a critique of traditional Western modes of animal exploitation. Its focus on the systemic impact of human activities on wildlife creates a sophisticated moral framework.
Category Breakdown
Does An Apology to Elephants have LGBTQ+ representation?
The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or stories related to LGBTQ+ issues.
How does An Apology to Elephants portray gender?
The movie focuses on elephant social structures rather than human gender roles. Lily Tomlin's narration adds an empathetic, non-traditional perspective to the film.
How racially and ethnically diverse is An Apology to Elephants?
The film highlights the lives of elephants rather than human actors. It also critiques the history of animal exploitation by humans.
How does An Apology to Elephants represent religion and culture?
The documentary questions Western institutions such as zoos and circuses. It challenges human-centric views by emphasizing the rights of animals.
Does An Apology to Elephants include disability representation?
The documentary does not feature human characters with disabilities as key figures in the story.
Present on Screen
- Challenges human-centric hierarchies and traditional views of animal exploitation.
- Offers a critical look at capital-driven entertainment and captivity.
- Uses Lily Tomlin's narration to provide an empathetic, non-traditional viewpoint.
Limited or Absent
- Lacks character development to explore human gender or social archetypes.
- Does not represent LGBTQ+ identities or narratives.
- Does not feature human characters with disabilities as key figures.
Official Synopsis
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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