The Bend in the River
Synopsis
Filming five friends for nearly fifty-years—first as free-spirited guides on the Colorado River—director Robb Moss now finds the group in their seventies grappling with the choices they’ve made as individuals and as a generation. The film interweaves moments from the distant past with those of the recent present, exploring the inexorable flow of aging and the unfinished project of living.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Castlemaine Documentary Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robb Moss
- Original Title
- The Bend in the River
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robb Moss
Jeff Malmberg
Shane Boris, Regina K. Scully, Geralyn White Dreyfous, Frances McDormand, Joel Coen
Department Leadership Roster
Robb Moss
Director
Lisa Remington
Producer
Kristin Feeley
Producer
Jeff Malmberg
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bend in the River
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What is The Bend in the River about?
Filming five friends for nearly fifty-years—first as free-spirited guides on the Colorado River—director Robb Moss now finds the group in their seventies grappling with the choices they’ve made as individuals and as a generation. The film interweaves moments from the distant past with those of the recent present, exploring the inexorable flow of aging and the unfinished project of living.
Who directed The Bend in the River?
The Bend in the River was directed by Robb Moss.
Who stars in The Bend in the River?
The principal cast of The Bend in the River includes Not specified.
When was The Bend in the River released and how long is it?
The Bend in the River was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.