Documentary 'In the Company of Wolves' Acquired for Theatrical and On-Demand Release
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Vision Films has acquired the documentary 'In the Company of Wolves: An American Journey,' narrated by Jeff Bridges and directed by Susan Kucera. The film will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May, followed by a limited U.S. theatrical run and a video-on-demand release in July. Bridges is donating his compensation from the project to conservation organizations.
Facts First
- Vision Films has acquired the documentary 'In the Company of Wolves: An American Journey.'
- The film premieres at Cannes on May 15 before a limited U.S. theatrical release.
- It will be available for on-demand viewing starting July 17.
- Narrator Jeff Bridges is donating his compensation to conservation groups, including The Vital Ground Foundation.
- The film features commentary from tribal members, historians, and ranchers on wolves in American history.
What Happened
Vision Films has acquired the Jeff Bridges-narrated documentary 'In the Company of Wolves: An American Journey,' directed by Susan Kucera. The film is scheduled to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 15 at the Olympia Theater. Following the Cannes premiere, it will have a limited theatrical release in the United States before becoming available via transactional video-on-demand starting July 17.
Why this Matters to You
If you are interested in wildlife, conservation, or American history, you may soon have a new documentary to watch. The film's upcoming theatrical and on-demand releases could provide you with an opportunity to learn about the historical role of wolves, featuring perspectives from Native American tribal members, historians, and a working rancher. Jeff Bridges's donation of his compensation to conservation organizations means your viewership could indirectly support habitat protection efforts.
What's Next
The film's premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May is its next major public event. Its subsequent limited U.S. theatrical run and July 17 video-on-demand release will make it accessible to a wider audience. This release pattern may follow a successful model for independent documentaries, aiming to build prestige through festival and theatrical showings before reaching a broad viewership at home.