The Shepherd and the Bear
Synopsis
High in the French Pyrenees, the reintroduction of wild bears in a traditional shepherding community provokes deep conflict. An aging shepherd struggles to find a successor as bears prey on his flock, and a teenage boy becomes obsessed with tracking the bear.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-01-19
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 21, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Keegan
- Original Score
- Amine Bouhafa
- Original Title
- The Shepherd and the Bear
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Pinky Promise, Willa, Impact Partners, Mile End Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Keegan
Amine Bouhafa
Sabine Emiliani
Elizabeth Woodward, Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss, Jessamine Burgum, Kara Durrett
Department Leadership Roster
Elizabeth Woodward
Producer
Max Keegan
Director
Amanda McBaine
Producer
Jesse Moss
Producer
Sabine Emiliani
Editor
Max Keegan
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Shepherd and the Bear about?
High in the French Pyrenees, the reintroduction of wild bears in a traditional shepherding community provokes deep conflict. An aging shepherd struggles to find a successor as bears prey on his flock, and a teenage boy becomes obsessed with tracking the bear.
Who directed The Shepherd and the Bear?
The Shepherd and the Bear was directed by Max Keegan.
Who stars in The Shepherd and the Bear?
The principal cast of The Shepherd and the Bear includes Not specified.
When was The Shepherd and the Bear released and how long is it?
The Shepherd and the Bear was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Shepherd and the Bear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Shepherd and the Bear was composed by Amine Bouhafa.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Shepherd and the Bear?
The Shepherd and the Bear holds official age classifications: FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).