Water for Elephants

A sweeping, old-fashioned romance set against a gritty circus backdrop, blending tender moments with unsettling cruelty and a sense of nostalgic melancholy.

Directed by

Francis Lawrence

Genres

Drama, Romance

Starring

Robert Pattinson, Reese Witherspoon, Christoph Waltz

Tagline

Life is the most spectacular show on earth.

Overview

In this captivating Depression-era melodrama, impetuous veterinary student Jacob Jankowski joins a celebrated circus as an animal caretaker but faces a wrenching dilemma when he's transfixed by angelic married performer Marlena.

How it feels

Melancholic, romantic, tense and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, betrayal, survival, found family

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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