# Grizzly Man (2005)

> Werner Herzog’s haunting documentary portrait follows Timothy Treadwell’s devoted, perilous attempt to find belonging among Alaska’s grizzly bears.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/395

## Facts

- Runtime: 103 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Werner Herzog
- Cast: Timothy Treadwell, Werner Herzog, Warren Queeney, Willy Fulton, Sam Egli, Marnie Gaede, Marc Gaede, Larry Van Daele
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0427312/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: haunting, philosophical, compassionate, quiet reflection, nature film night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of one man's connection with nature and the tragic consequences of his devotion.

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