6.3
The Roots of Heaven
AdventureDramaNot Rated
"Of human laughter, wonder and tenderness !"
Duration
2h 01mRelease
15 Oct 1958Country
United States
Language
EnglishOverview
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.
Plot
In French Equatorial Africa, an idealist ecologist starts a campaign of public awareness to help save the African elephants from extinction.
Cast
Errol FlynnJuliette GrécoTrevor Howard
Ratings
Internet Movie Database: 6.3/10
Details
Director
John Huston
Writers
Romain GaryPatrick Leigh-Fermor
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