The Story of the Weeping Camel (2004): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Story of the Weeping Camel is a 2004 drama documentary directed by Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni, starring Amgaabazar Gonson, Chimed Ohin and Janchiv Ayurzana. It earned $9.3 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 2 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Critics gave it 81 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Directors
- Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni
- Genres
- Drama , Family , Documentary
- Original language
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Mongolian - Studio
- THINKFilm
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Story of the Weeping Camel About?
The premise of The Story of the Weeping Camel without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the Gobi Desert of South Mongolia, a camel herding family encounters a heartbreaking situation when a mother camel abandons her newborn calf. Determined to reunite them, two young boys embark on a quest to seek the help of a celebrated musician in the capital city. They hope his traditional music and an ancient ritual will persuade the mother camel to accept her baby, preserving the family’s livelihood and way of life in the vast and beautiful landscape.
The Story of the Weeping Camel Cast
Amgaabazar Gonson leads the cast, with Chimed Ohin and Janchiv Ayurzana. Directed by Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni.
- Co-director Byambasuren Davaa
- Co-director Luigi Falorni
More from Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni
More films directed by Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni, best-rated first: The Cave of the Yellow Dog, The Two Horses of Genghis Khan and Heart of Fire.
The Story of the Weeping Camel Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Story of the Weeping Camel 81 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 81 Metascore
User score 5.6
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TMDB 71% User score
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The Story of the Weeping Camel Plot Summary
What happens in The Story of the Weeping Camel from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
During the vibrant Spring season, a family of nomadic shepherds diligently aids in the births of their precious camel herd. Their journey takes a challenging turn when the last camel faces a protracted labor that drags on for two long days. Ultimately, with the support and intervention of the family, a rare white calf is born, marking this mother camel’s first experience with calving. Unfortunately, despite the heartfelt efforts of the shepherds, the mother turns away from her newborn, rejecting it and failing to establish that crucial care-bond.
Full summary
The whole story of The Story of the Weeping Camel, scene by scene
The Story of the Weeping Camel Box Office
The Story of the Weeping Camel grossed $9.3 million worldwide. $1.8 million came from the US and Canada and $7.6 million (81%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$9.3M
- US & Canada
- $1.8M
- International
- $7.6M
The Story of the Weeping Camel Awards & Nominations
The Story of the Weeping Camel won 1 award from 2 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Its biggest night was the DGA Awards 2005, with 1 win from 1 nomination.
1 win2 nominations2 ceremonies
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DGA Awards 2005 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Documentaries
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Oscars 2005 1 nomination- Nominated Documentary (Feature)
The Story of the Weeping Camel Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Story of the Weeping Camel.
How Well Do You Know The Story of the Weeping Camel?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What event is approaching as the family tends to their camels?
The Story of the Weeping Camel Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “La storia del cammello che piange” and “L'Histoire du chameau qui pleure”.
- Also known as
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- La storia del cammello che piange
- L'Histoire du chameau qui pleure
- La historia del camello que llora
- Camelos Também Choram
- Historien om den gråtende kamel
- I istoria tis kamilas pou dakryse
- Tarina itkevästä kamelista
- 哭泣的骆驼
- A pityergő teve története
- Рассказ плачущего верблюда
- דמעות של גמל
- Историята на плачещата камила
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- Η ιστορία της καμήλας που δάκρυσε
- A História de um Camelo que Chora
- Historien Om Den Grædende Kamel
- 낙타의 눈물
- Opowieść o płaczącym wielbłądzie
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The Story of the Weeping Camel FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards, post-credit scenes and language of The Story of the Weeping Camel, each answered in a sentence.
When was The Story of the Weeping Camel released?
The Story of the Weeping Camel was released on June 4, 2004.
Who directed The Story of the Weeping Camel?
The Story of the Weeping Camel was directed by Byambasuren Davaa and Luigi Falorni.
More films by Byambasuren Davaa Who is in the cast of The Story of the Weeping Camel?
The Story of the Weeping Camel stars Amgaabazar Gonson, Chimed Ohin and Janchiv Ayurzana.
How much did The Story of the Weeping Camel make at the box office?
The Story of the Weeping Camel grossed $9.3 million worldwide ($1.8 million domestic, $7.6 million international).
How is The Story of the Weeping Camel rated?
The Story of the Weeping Camel has 81 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
What awards did The Story of the Weeping Camel win?
The Story of the Weeping Camel won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Documentaries at the DGA Awards 2005.
Does The Story of the Weeping Camel have a post-credit scene?
No. The Story of the Weeping Camel has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Story of the Weeping Camel in?
The original language of The Story of the Weeping Camel is Mongolian.
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