Raja's Reise
2007•Released
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
Writer
Elena M. Fischli, Karl Saurer
Languages
English, German, Malayalam
Studio
RECK Filmproduktion
Production
Company
RECK Filmproduktion
Company
Karl Saurer Filmproduktion
Company
3sat Schweiz
Company
RAI
Company
SRF
Producer
Franziska Reck
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