Milking the Rhino
Originally released in 2009. Milking the Rhino is a documentary film. directed by David E. Simpson. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The documentary examines the relationship between the indigenous African wildlife, the villagers who live amongst this wildlife and conservationists who look to keep tourism dollars coming in. Both the Massai of Kenya and the Ovahimba of Namibia have spent centuries as cattle farmers. With their lands being turned into protected game reserves, these ancient tribes have turned to tourism as a means of survival. While some environmentalists think that community-based conservation is ideal for these villagers, the dangers of drought and the starvation of their cattle remains a constant reality.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 16, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Kenya
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milking the Rhino about?
The documentary examines the relationship between the indigenous African wildlife, the villagers who live amongst this wildlife and conservationists who look to keep tourism dollars coming in. Both...
Who directed Milking the Rhino?
Milking the Rhino was directed by David E. Simpson.
How long is Milking the Rhino?
Milking the Rhino has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Milking the Rhino released?
Milking the Rhino was released on February 16, 2009 in theaters.