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Nuisance Bear 

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A polar bear is forced to navigate a human world of tourists, wildlife officers, and hunters as its ancient migration collides with modern life. When a sacred predator is branded a nuisance, it becomes unclear who truly belongs in this shared landscape.

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Randy Myers San Jose Mercury News Feb 4
3.5/4
Nuisance Bear defies categorization but offers wise insight through showing not telling. It’s subtle, affecting and unforgettable. Go to Full Review Tim Grierson Screen International Feb 3
The filmmakers honour a fragile ecosystem by refusing to believe there are easy solutions for its intractable problems. Go to Full Review Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com Feb 3
It’s one of the most visually striking films that you’ll see this year. Go to Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) 5d
A compelling battle of man vs nature documentary. Worth a watch Go to Full Review Therese Lacson Collider Feb 9
6/10
The major flaw of the documentary is perhaps its almost dogged refusal to make a moral argument and point the finger at politics. Because, let's face it, there is a villain in this story. Go to Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Feb 9
This elegant and thought-provoking meditation on resilience, coexistence, and responsibility is gorgeous, powerful, and heartbreaking all at once. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Gabriela Osio Vanden

Director

Jack Weisman

Director

Michael Code

Producer

Will N. Miller

Producer

Teddy Leifer

Producer
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Synopsis A polar bear is forced to navigate a human world of tourists, wildlife officers, and hunters as its ancient migration collides with modern life. When a sacred predator is branded a nuisance, it becomes unclear who truly belongs in this shared landscape.
Director
Gabriela Osio Vanden, Jack Weisman
Producer
Michael Code, Will N. Miller, Teddy Leifer
Production Co
A24
Genre
Documentary, Nature
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 30m