The Roots of Heaven

1958 2h 1m ★6.1

The Roots of Heaven

“Of human laughter, wonder and tenderness !”

In French Equatorial Africa, an idealist campaigns to save the African elephant, gaining support from a nightclub hostess and an ex-soldier. His cause attracts a mix of characters, including a U.S. commentator, a government aide opposed to him, and an ivory hunter with conflicting interests.

Release Date October 15, 1958
Runtime 2h 1m
Language English
Director John Huston
Category Adventure, Drama
Rating 6.1 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1958
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