A Boy Of India: Rama And His Elephant (1956)
This educational film follows Rama, a young boy living in a tea-producing village in northwestern Assam, India, as he and his family care for and work with elephants. It provides insight into the daily life of an elephant driver (mahout), showing how these animals are trained, maintained, and used for practical tasks such as building small bridges. The film offers a cultural perspective on traditional elephant handling and the role of these animals in the local economy, making it an informative resource on Indian village life and labor.
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