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One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants 2015

★ 6.86 votes77 min📅 2015-12-18

"A comic book historical novel with the feel of a cartoon film documentary"

Dive into *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants (2015)*, a unique animated adventure directed by Alex Guimerà that blends history with whimsical storytelling.

Director: Alex Guimerà

Cast

Sergi Davies
Angono Mba
Mireia Pérez
Handmaid
Mireia Esteve
Interviewer
Marc Pérez
Sound Technician
Andreu Meixide
Cameraman
Javier Jaén
Producer
Toni Garrido
Toni Garrido
Manuel Fernández Sanjuán (voice)
Gorsy Edu
Angono Mba (voice)
Pedro Esono
Esono Ebang (voice)
Generosa Esaha Ndong
Asanguan (voice)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants* (2015) about?

The film follows Angono Mba, an octogenarian recalling his time as a porter during a 1940s expedition led by filmmaker Manuel Hernández Sanjuán. Their mission: document life in Spanish Guinea while searching for a legendary lake, blending history with animated storytelling.

Who directed *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants*?

Alex Guimerà directed this animated adventure, bringing a unique blend of historical narrative and cartoon-like visuals to the screen.

Who stars in *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants*?

The film features Sergi Davies, Mireia Pérez, Mireia Esteve, Marc Pérez, and Andreu Meixide in key roles.

Is *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants* (2015) worth watching?

Though IMDb-unrated, this animated adventure offers a fresh take on historical storytelling with its charming animation style and intriguing premise. Fans of unique animated films and colonial-era narratives will likely find it engaging.

How long is *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants*?

The runtime of *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants* is 77 minutes.

About One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants (2015) — Animated Adventure Based on a True Colonial Expedition

Dive into *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants (2015)*, a unique animated adventure directed by Alex Guimerà that blends history with whimsical storytelling. This charming animated feature follows the journey of octogenarian Angono Mba, who recounts his days as a porter during a daring 1940s expedition led by filmmaker Manuel Hernández Sanjuán. As they traverse Spanish Guinea, the team embarks on a quest to uncover a legendary lake, all while capturing the vibrant daily life and colonial complexities of the era through Sanjuán's lens.

The film's animated style lends it the authenticity of a documentary, creating a distinctive tone that feels both nostalgic and fresh. With its rich historical backdrop and a narrative driven by curiosity and adventure, *One Day I Saw 10,000 Elephants* stands out as a visually inventive exploration of memory, exploration, and the power of storytelling in cinema.