Hatari! (1962)

In the sweeping landscapes of East Africa, John Wayne, playing Sean Mercer, spearheads a daring enterprise. His motley crew, an ensemble cast featuring Bruce Cabot as "the Indian," a womanizing sharpshooter, along with Hardy Kruger, Gerard Blain, Michelle Girardon, and Valentin de Vargas, engage in the high-stakes business of capturing wild animals for zoos across the globe. Their quest throbs with danger, underscored when Cabot is gored by a rhino in an early scene, a perilous incident which sets the tone for their unpredictable adventures and ongoing struggle with capturing these formidable creatures. Their routine is thrown into disarray with the arrival of Elsa Martinelli, a seemingly out-of-place woman photographer from a Swiss zoo. Mercer initially wants to send her back, but she deftly negotiates her stay, promising that her zoo will be their biggest client if she can document their exhilarating hunts. Despite the initial inconvenience, Mercer grows to appreciate her presence, adding a subtle layer of complexity to their dynamic. As the team traverses the vibrant African wilderness, a playful subplot unfolds. Martinelli starts a charming collection of baby elephants, punctuating their intense exploits with heartwarming moments. Their journey crescendos in a climactic rhino chase, a testament to their tenacity and the unpredictable nature of their work. Hatari! is an engaging tale of adventure and camaraderie, interspersed with a dash of romance and humor against the backdrop of Africa's spellbinding beauty. Their series of escapades and plans for capturing diverse animals keep the viewers on the edge of their seats, leaving them eagerly anticipating the next move in this captivating dance with the wild.

Hatari! is an adventure movie featuring Gérard Blain.

Hatari! is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on CBS.

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