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Water for Elephants (2011)

Water for Elephants
Water for Elephants
PG-13
Drama
Documentary
Romance

Release Date
April 15, 2011
Director
Francis Lawrence
Cast
Reese Witherspoon , Robert Pattinson , Christoph Waltz , Paul Schneider , Jim Norton , Hal Holbrook
Runtime
120
Main Genre
Drama
Writers
Richard LaGravenese , Sara Gruen
Tagline
Life is the most spectacular show on earth.

Summary

Based on the acclaimed bestseller, Water for Elephants presents an unexpected romance in a uniquely compelling setting. Veterinary school student Jacob meets and falls in love with Marlena, a star performer in a circus of a bygone era. They discover beauty amidst the world of the Big Top, and come together through their compassion for a special elephant. Against all odds -- including the wrath of Marlena's charismatic but dangerous husband, August -- Jacob and Marlena find lifelong love.

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