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6.3 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19731h 29mCanada

Cry of the Wild

Synopsis

Bill Mason imparts his affection for the big northern timber wolves and the pure-white Arctic wolves. Filmed over three years in the Northwest Territories, British Columbia, the High Arctic and his home near the Gatineau Hills in Quebec, Mason sets out to dispel the myth of the bloodthirsty wolf. Going beyond the wolf's natural habitat, Mason relocated three young wolves to his own property and was able to film tribal customs, mating and birth - moments in wildlife never before seen on film.

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Bill Mason
Screenplay & Story
Bill Mason
Original Score
Larry Crosley, Bruce Mackay
Original Title
Cry of the Wild
Country of Origin
Canada
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Production Studios
ONF | NFB

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bill Mason

Screenplay & Story

Bill Mason

Original Score & Music

Larry Crosley, Bruce Mackay

Director of Photography

Bill Mason, Blake James

Film Editing

Bill Mason

Producers

William Brind

Department Leadership Roster

Bill Mason

Bill Mason

Director

Bill Mason

Bill Mason

Writer

Bill Mason

Bill Mason

Editor

William Brind

Producer

Bill Mason

Bill Mason

Director of Photography

Blake James

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cry of the Wild

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Cry of the Wild about?

Bill Mason imparts his affection for the big northern timber wolves and the pure-white Arctic wolves. Filmed over three years in the Northwest Territories, British Columbia, the High Arctic and his home near the Gatineau Hills in Quebec, Mason sets out to dispel the myth of the bloodthirsty wolf. Going beyond the wolf's natural habitat, Mason relocated three young wolves to his own property and was able to film tribal customs, mating and birth - moments in wildlife never before seen on film.

Who directed Cry of the Wild?

Cry of the Wild was directed by Bill Mason.

Who stars in Cry of the Wild?

The principal cast of Cry of the Wild includes Bill Mason.

When was Cry of the Wild released and how long is it?

Cry of the Wild was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.

Who composed the musical score for Cry of the Wild?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Cry of the Wild was composed by Larry Crosley, Bruce Mackay.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Cry of the Wild?

Cry of the Wild holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).