Plot — What is Elephant from "Zoo Story" about?
The fifth film in the Toho Diamond series, following "The Hateful Thing." Based on the true story of "Zoo Story" by author Fukuda Saburo. During the Tokyo air raids of World War II, Zen-san, an elephant keeper at Ueno Zoo, is faced with the heartbreaking task of euthanizing Tonki, a beloved elephant, due to food shortages and wartime pressures. Unable to carry out the order, Zen-san secretly feeds Tonki, but the elephant is ultimately shot by the military police. The film poignantly captures Zen-san’s despair and the devastation of war, as he reflects on his powerlessness amid the chaos.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 67 min |
Elephant from "Zoo Story" — FAQ
Is Elephant from "Zoo Story" worth watching? The fifth film in the Toho Diamond series, following "The Hateful Thing." Based on the true story of "Zoo Story" by author Fukuda Saburo. During the Tokyo air raids of World War II, Zen-san, an elephant keeper at Ueno Z
Who directed Elephant from "Zoo Story"? Directed by Kajirō Yamamoto.
Who is in the cast of Elephant from "Zoo Story"? It stars Kenichi Enomoto, Keiju Kobayashi, Momoko Kôchi, Kyōko Anzai, Yoshio Kosugi, Sachio Sakai and more.
Where can I stream Elephant from "Zoo Story"? Streaming availability for Elephant from "Zoo Story" is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Elephant from "Zoo Story" release? It released in 1957.
