sr

• Lea Hartlaub
• 104 min
• Germany
• 2024
• Documentary

A formidable essay film about the giraffe and this unique animal's place in myths, fables, and both the history of nature and humanity. Created with a distinct and immensely rewarding approach.

In the ancient Egyptian alphabet, the giraffe had its own hieroglyph, 'sr.' This majestic creature, whose oldest ancestors roamed the Earth over 20 million years ago, is not only an exceptionally intriguing part of our fauna. Here the giraffe also serves as a fantastic entry point into an epic and sweeping narrative that spans millennia and continents in world history. We encounter Israelis and Palestinians working together to arrange a delicate giraffe transport. We learn a great deal about the giraffe's role in ancient mythology and how the animal has been hunted and defended. Additionally, we are treated to a priceless scene where orthodox Jews attempt to determine whether the giraffe is kosher. This will be an audience favorite.

- Freddy Olsson

• Dokumentär
• Djur
• Historia