In a world where empathy and awareness can lead to transformative change, Free All Captive Elephants (FACE) proudly presents their powerful new short documentary, Elephants, Out of Captivity. This 10-minute film is a poignant exploration of the lives of elephants confined in circuses and zoos, shedding light on their struggles and rallying viewers to take action.
A Glimpse into the Majesty and Misery of Elephants
Written by Larry Laverty and brought to life through the direction and editing of Isaac Pingree, Elephants, Out of Captivity is a compelling visual narrative narrated by the esteemed Peter Coyote. This impactful documentary aims to bridge the gap between the public’s perception of elephants and the harsh realities they face in captivity. By showcasing their majestic nature and the profound suffering they endure, the film serves as both an educational tool and a call to action.
Understanding the Plight of Captive Elephants
At its core, the documentary highlights the stark contrast between the wild majesty of elephants and the often brutal conditions they face in captivity. It dives deep into their history, explores their incredible cognitive and emotional capabilities, and uncovers the painful realities of their lives confined behind bars. Through this powerful portrayal, Elephants, Out of Captivity seeks to awaken a sense of urgency and compassion among viewers, urging them to become advocates for change.
A Tool for Change
FACE’s mission extends beyond raising awareness; it aims to drive legislative action to improve the lives of captive elephants. The organization is actively engaging with legislators across the nation to promote laws that will enhance the welfare of these majestic creatures. The film will play a crucial role in this effort by providing lawmakers with a clear, emotional, and factual understanding of the issues at hand. By educating decision-makers about the true nature of elephant suffering, FACE hopes to influence policy changes that will lead to the liberation and better treatment of elephants in captivity.
Join the Movement
Elephants, Out of Captivity is more than just a documentary—it’s a call to action. FACE invites everyone to view, share, and spread the message of this important film. By doing so, you join a growing movement dedicated to ending the suffering of captive elephants and ensuring that they are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
To watch a sneak peek of the documentary and to access the full film, visit the Documentary Tab on the FACE website. Stay connected with FACE through Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter) to follow updates, share your thoughts, and learn more about how you can contribute to the cause.
Together, we can make a difference. Join us in the fight to free all captive elephants and bring about a world where these magnificent beings can thrive in their natural habitat.
Free All Captive Elephants – Photo by Larry Laverty
Free All Captive Elephants – FACE is thrilled to partner with Ecoflix in the release of our film: Elephants, Out of Captivity
Produced by: Free All Captive Elephants, Inc. (FACE)
Written by: Larry Laverty
Directed & edited by: Isaac Pingree
Narrated by: Peter Coyote
Elephants, Out of Captivity, is a 10-minute impactful documentary film created to bring awareness, educate, and to share all about the magnificence of elephants, the suffering they endure, and what can be done to save them.
Free All Captive Elephants, Inc. (FACE), produced this film to bring awareness for suffering elephants held captive in circuses and zoos across the nation.
This documentary will open the eyes of all who watch, focusing on the history, the majesty and the beauty of elephants, how they suffer in captivity, and what you can do to help stop the suffering they endure.
FACE also works to communicate with legislators in different areas across the nation to focus on laws that will bring about the right changes for elephants.
We will use this film to help legislators gain the knowledge needed to make important decisions benefiting the lives of elephants.
Teaching our youth about elephants is yet another VITAL component in bringing awareness and making continuous change to help elephants. FACE will use this film to educate students through presentations and Elephants, Out of Captivity. It is our youth that will carry the torch once we are gone.
We would love for this film to be shared all across the nation and we hope you feel the same way.
Join Us!
Note: Asha the elephant is featured in our film. Since the making of Elephants, Out of Captivity, the Natural Bridge Zoo where Asha was held captive, has since been raided by Virginia authorities. On December 6th, 2023, over 100 animals were seized on animal cruelty charges.
Asha was not on property during the seizure and was not apprehended.
There is an ongoing investigation and more information will be forthcoming about Asha.
Our long advocacy and work for Asha continues.
FACE is proud to partner with Ecoflix! Ecoflix offers a platform for NGOs to share films, documentaries and their special work about the planet and animals. When you visit the Ecoflix website, you will be very impressed with all of the options to watch many different documentaries about animals and our planet! The content is extraordinary, and the website is stunning. Your DONATION to Free All Captive Elephants – FACE, gives you a subscription to Ecoflix.
“The Ecoflix primary goal is to educate, inspire and support meaningful actions which will deliver a tangible, measurable difference to help save animals and restore the planet. At the same time, we aim to become the most trusted, ‘go-to’ media source for information, science and inspiration on climate change, whilst performing a crucially active role in saving animals and stabilizing the planet.”
How it Works
Donate to Free All Captive Elephants (FACE) and enjoy Ecoflix completely free for a whole year.
An annual donation of $47.99 (equivalent to approx $3.99 per month) to Free All Captive Elephants (FACE) enables free access to The Ecoflix Channel for a year.
Your support could make all the difference to an animal in need.
You can subscribe for only $6.99 per month, paid on a monthly basis, or $3.99 per month paid annually ($47.88). Once subscribed, all of the content on Ecoflix will be at your fingertips!
*ALL subscriptions go directly to each NGO. Ecoflix does not take any money.
We hope you enjoy this journey to watch our film. We put our heart and soul into making it.
Elephants, Out of Captivity
Photo by Larry Laverty
*Special Note: Free All Captive Elephants, Inc. FACE has been fighting for the welfare of elephants since 2017. FACE incorporated in March of 2017, but long before this we were advocates that came together for one common goal. That goal was to work to get suffering elephants out of circuses and roadside zoos. We learned just how majestic elephants are and how they were being horrifically abused in the circus and zoo industry. We knew we HAD TO DO SOMETHING to help them.
Throughout our advocacy, we have met many incredible advocates. One such person was Larry Laverty. Larry became a dear friend. His knowledge of elephants and his extreme talent in photography, along with his deep love of elephants and kindred spirit, we knew Larry needed to be a part of our documentary. In fact, without Larry, our story would not have been told for this film. Thank you, Larry, for your amazing insight, your grace, and for being an integral part of Elephants, Out of Captivity. You can see Larry’s work on his website here: https://www.larrylavertywildlife.com/
We would also like to thank our director and editor, Isaac Pingree. His expertise was invaluable and his patience much appreciated. It was a real joy working alongside of Isaac in the creation of our film. He was key in the making of this film.
Peter Coyote’s beautiful narriation was the perfect touch needed to bring out the deep meaning of our film. We couldn’t ask for more.
Please share our film to spread much needed awareness… Awareness is the KEY to making the right change for elephants.