Mammoth Hunter

The documentary investigates how, since the ban on elephant hunting, Russia has become a key player in the ivory market. It highlights how mammoth tusks, skeletons, and frozen bodies are regularly unearthed from Siberia's permafrost. Some estimates suggest that the remains of millions of mammoths may still be hidden beneath the tundra's eternal ice.

Mammoth tusks are often referred to as the 'white gold of the tundra,' fetching prices of over $50 per kilo. The film outlines the market dynamics, revealing a total market value estimated at $2.5 million, with significant trading hubs located in Moscow and Hong Kong. The documentary showcases the efforts of those who brave the harsh conditions to extract these valuable relics from the frozen ground, turning ancient history into a modern-day commodity.