Askari
“Torn between emotion and reason, a family becomes as threatened as the elephants themselves”
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About
Set on a game reserve in Africa. Askari is an angry old elephant, the only survivor of the "A' family group which has been anhilitated in a government cull and he has turned rogue. Involved in the culling are Patrick Khumalo, a corrupt government official and Ribshaw, an unscrupulous white poacher accompanied by Ndhlovu, an old African tracker who is being blackmailed by Ribshaw. Anxious to save the elephants are game warden Joss Mckinley and his conservationist wife Paula who is studying and monitoring various family groups of elephants. When Paula's sixteen year old niece Emma Crawshay is orphaned she is sent to live with her aunt and uncle at Morena Game Park. She feels alienated but is gradually drawn into her aunt's passion for her work and her favourite elephant family the 'O' group, in particular a calf named Ollie.
Cast
Marlee Matlin
as Paula McKinley
C. Thomas Howell
as Joss Mckinley
Amanda Fuller
as Emma Crawshay
Ian Roberts
as Ripshaw
Ken Gampu
as Ndhlovu
Brendan Pollecutt
as Russell Earnshaw
Menzi Ngubane
as Patrick Khumalo
Setlhabi Jacob Taunyane
as Elmon Ntini
Jerry Mofokeng
as Matthew
Tony Caprari
as Count Mondini
Anthony Bishop
as Randolph Hughes
Sylvaine Strike
as Susan
Adrian Waldron
as Alex Viljoen
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About Askari
“Torn between emotion and reason, a family becomes as threatened as the elephants themselves”
Set on a game reserve in Africa. Askari is an angry old elephant, the only survivor of the "A' family group which has been anhilitated in a government cull and he has turned rogue. Involved in the culling are Patrick Khumalo, a corrupt government official and Ribshaw, an unscrupulous white poacher accompanied by Ndhlovu, an old African tracker who is being blackmailed by Ribshaw. Anxious to save the elephants are game warden Joss Mckinley and his conservationist wife Paula who is studying and monitoring various family groups of elephants. When Paula's sixteen year old niece Emma Crawshay is orphaned she is sent to live with her aunt and uncle at Morena Game Park. She feels alienated but is gradually drawn into her aunt's passion for her work and her favourite elephant family the 'O' group, in particular a calf named Ollie. Running 85 minutes.
Askari Cast and Characters
The cast features Marlee Matlin (as Paula McKinley), C. Thomas Howell (as Joss Mckinley), Amanda Fuller (as Emma Crawshay), Ian Roberts (as Ripshaw), and Ken Gampu (as Ndhlovu). Their performances are a major reason Askari has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Askari NowWhy People Are Watching Askari
Askari flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Askari
Where can I watch Askari online for free?
You can watch Askari online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Askari?
Askari runs for 85 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is Askari good? What's the rating?
Askari holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 3 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Askari?
The main cast includes Marlee Matlin, C. Thomas Howell, Amanda Fuller, and Ian Roberts, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Askari available in English?
Yes — Askari was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Askari released?
Askari was released in 2001.
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What is Askari about?
Askari is a Drama/Family English-language film. Set on a game reserve in Africa. Askari is an angry old elephant, the only survivor of the "A' family group which has been anhilitated in a government cull and he has turned rogue. Involved in the culling are Patrick Khumalo, a corrupt government official and Ribshaw, an unscrupulous white poacher accompanied by Ndhlovu, an old African tracker who is being blackmailed by Ribshaw. Anxious to save the elephants are game warden Joss Mckinley and his conservationist wife Paula who is studying and monitoring various family groups of elephants. When Paula's sixteen year old niece Emma Crawshay is orphaned she is sent to live with her aunt and uncle at Morena Game Park. She feels alienated but is gradually drawn into her aunt's passion for her work and her favourite elephant family the 'O' group, in particular a calf named Ollie.
When was Askari released?
Askari was released on December 1, 2001. It has a runtime of 1h 25m.
Who stars in Askari?
Askari stars Marlee Matlin, C. Thomas Howell, Amanda Fuller and Ian Roberts. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Askari available in HD?
Yes, Askari is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.