Raja's Reise
2007 · Documentary
The film traces the mysterious story of the Indian elephant RAJA, who was sent on an adventurous journey from the forests of Kerala to Vienna around 1550, via Lisbon. Gandhi activist P. V. Rajagopal's explorations along the route uncover surprising facts and awaken fascinating associations. We witness the capture of the little elephant, its training, its work in the forest and its performances at temple festivals - until it is chosen as a status symbol by European rulers. A story of appropriation that continues to this day.
- Director
- Karl Saurer
- Writers
- Elena M. Fischli, Karl Saurer
- Released
- January 22, 2007
- Language
- English
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