The Tale of An Extraordinary Animal-Human Relationship Between Girl and Elephant

In Sri Lanka, a young girl named Chandani dreams of becoming a mahout, an elephant keeper, in a role traditionally reserved for men. This documentary follows her as she takes on the care of an elephant calf and the doubts of those around her. It is a warm and unusual story of the bond between a determined child and the animal she loves. Beyond the friendship, it offers a window into Sri Lankan culture and tradition. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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