Balakrishna
Originally released in 2019. Balakrishna is a animation/documentary film. directed by Aparna Kapur. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
When an extraordinary new resident – Balakrishna, an Indian elephant – arrived in the town of East River, Nova Scotia, in 1967, no one was more in awe of the creature than young Winton Cook, who became inseparable from his mammoth new friend. Using painterly animation, photographs and home-movie treasures, Balakrishna transmits the wistfulness of childhood memories, while evoking themes of friendship and loss, and issues of immigration and elephant conservation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 20, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balakrishna about?
When an extraordinary new resident – Balakrishna, an Indian elephant – arrived in the town of East River, Nova Scotia, in 1967, no one was more in awe of the creature than young Winton Cook, wh...
Who directed Balakrishna?
Balakrishna was directed by Aparna Kapur.
How long is Balakrishna?
Balakrishna has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Balakrishna released?
Balakrishna was released on October 20, 2019 in theaters.