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1983 · 105 min · PG

Never Cry Wolf

Directed by Carroll Ballard · Adventure, Drama, Action

Never Cry Wolf (1983) is a Adventure film, directed by Carroll Ballard set in Canada during the 1940s. It runs 105 minutes and is rated PG.

A survival, with a contemplative tone. Themes of man vs nature and survival run throughout.

Composer
Mark Isham
Cinematography
Hiro Narita
Cast
Charles Martin SmithZachary IttimangnaqSamson JorahHugh WebsterBrian DennehyTom DahlgrenWalker Stuart

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Canada
Setting
Wilderness
When
1940s

Premise & themes

Premise
Survival
Themes
Man Vs NatureSurvival
Tone
Contemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Slow Burn
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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