The Roots of Heaven

The Roots of Heaven

Of human laughter, wonder and tenderness !

6.24%

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1958-10-15

Adventure, Drama

Runtime: 121 minutes

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.

Featured Crew

Darryl F. Zanuck

Producer

John Huston

Director