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201331 minGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Return to the Forest

201331 minGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

In Thailand, the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation rehabilitates captive Asian elephants to restore their natural habitat and combat extinction.

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In Thailand, the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation rehabilitates captive Asian elephants to restore their natural habitat and combat extinction.

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Patricia Simsdirector

Patricia Simswriter

William Shatner

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In Thailand, the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation works to return captive Asian elephants to their natural habitat. Narrated by William Shatner, Return to the Forest follows the foundation's efforts to save these elephants from extinction. The 31-minute documentary details the challenges faced by the organization as it rehabilitates and trains the elephants for life in the wild. Through their work, the foundation aims to restore a balance in the ecosystem and ensure the survival of these animals.

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