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Wildcat

  • 2022
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  • 1h 46m
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7.7/10
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Wildcat (2022)
Back from war in Afghanistan, a young British soldier struggling with depression and PTSD finds a second chance in the Amazon rainforest when he meets an American scientist, and together they foster an orphaned baby ocelot.
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Back from war in Afghanistan, a young British soldier struggling with depression and PTSD finds a second chance in the Amazon rainforest when he meets an American scientist, and together the... Read allBack from war in Afghanistan, a young British soldier struggling with depression and PTSD finds a second chance in the Amazon rainforest when he meets an American scientist, and together they foster an orphaned baby ocelot.Back from war in Afghanistan, a young British soldier struggling with depression and PTSD finds a second chance in the Amazon rainforest when he meets an American scientist, and together they foster an orphaned baby ocelot.

  • Directors
    • Trevor Frost
    • Melissa Lesh
  • Stars
    • Dante Cueva Altamirano
    • Cristian De La Cruz
    • Erick Scott Vargas Laura
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    3.5K
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    • Directors
      • Trevor Frost
      • Melissa Lesh
    • Stars
      • Dante Cueva Altamirano
      • Cristian De La Cruz
      • Erick Scott Vargas Laura
    • 61User reviews
    • 33Critic reviews
    • 71Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 9 wins & 6 nominations total

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    Dante Cueva Altamirano
    • Dante Cueva Altamirano
    Cristian De La Cruz
    • Cristian De La Cruz
    Erick Scott Vargas Laura
    • Erick Scott Vargas Laura
    Niery Tafur Olortegui
    • Niery Tafur Olortegui
    Eduardo Quilca
    • Eduardo Quilca
    Roxana Cachique Rengifo
    • Roxana Cachique Rengifo
    Colette Turner
    • Colette Turner
    Harry Turner
    • Harry Turner
    Jayden Turner
    • Jayden Turner
    Mark Turner
    • Mark Turner
    Bruce Zwicker
    • Bruce Zwicker
    Cole Zwicker
    • Cole Zwicker
    Heidi Zwicker
    Heidi Zwicker
    • Heidi Zwicker
    Kelly Zwicker
    • Kelly Zwicker
    Kelly Zwicker
    • Kelly Zwicker
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    Samantha Zwicker
    • Samantha Zwicker
    • Directors
      • Trevor Frost
      • Melissa Lesh
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    10anadana-95693

    This is..

    ..more than a simple story about a "British soldier" and a wildcat.. This is a reflection of:
    • what PEOPLE do to PEOPLE
    • what PEOPLE do to ANIMALS
    • what WE do to this PLANET


    What Harry Turner doesn't know (and probably most of us don't) is that he, Harry, is the REAL HERO with one huge weapon: his heart.

    Unfortunately, in a world governed by greed, lies and fake heroes, we fail to recognize the real ones. Here's my proof: Harry can NOT accept to participate to the destruction of this planet (by killing in the name of a 'noble' and 'patriotic' purpose), hence he thinks he's failing the outside expectations (depicted through media and 'action' movies), he feels he doesn't belong 'here'. And he wants to sacrifice himself.. He, the REAL HUMAN BEING.. We can see what people do to people - what WE did to Harry, by encouraging him to be something that he is not, something that most of us are not. He has the guts to admit he can't fulfill his 'duties'. And he's trying, in return to SAVE.. something.. whatever it can be saved of this planet.. I AM PROUD and HAPPY that young people like him and Samantha Zwicker exist!!! I wish I could give them a big hug and tell them how much better the world is because of their existence.

    From the bottom of my heart: THANK YOU! To Harry and Sam, and to all the other ones that they represent!
    10rannynm

    Inspiring Documentary That Can Turn Your Heart From Empty To Full At The Drop Of A Dime

    Prepare to be inspired by a new documentary, Wildcat, directed and produced by Melissa Lesh and Trevor Beck Frost, which leaves viewers in a whirlwind of emotions and can turn your heart from empty to full at the drop of a dime. This is a film that you are not going to want to miss.

    Struggling with depression and PTSD as a result from his time spent as a British soldier in Afghanistan, young Harry Turner attempts to escape his world in order to restore peace to his troubled life. That escape lands him deep within the Peruvian Amazon where he teams up with American scientist Samantha Zwicker, and together they work diligently to save injured and orphaned wildlife at Hoja Nueva Rehabilitation Center. The film focuses mainly on the duo's efforts to rehabilitate and "re-wild" orphaned ocelots, and their work seems to put purpose back into their lives. Harry continues with his mental struggles throughout the film and, although his efforts at Hoja Nueva are helping him overcome these challenges, the film highlights for us that these struggles may never truly be defeated.

    There is so much to love and appreciate in Wildcat. The cinematography is terrific as it takes us to one of the most remote and biodiverse places on our globe, allowing viewers to get close up views of some incredible species of animals. The story demonstrates that beauty can indeed be woven into the lives of those who have dark days. And since I absolutely love cats and our family has been involved in cat rescue for many decades, I commend Harry and Samantha for their efforts in wildcat conservation and highlighting for us how difficult yet rewarding this line of work can be.

    Wildcat is a true masterpiece. There are so many important thoughts to take with you after watching the film, and yet the film's most important message is about hope and courage. Mental illness is a life threatening disease, but, with some hope and a whole lot of courage, someone suffering from this condition can learn to cope with their disorder. There is certainly also the message about the importance of conservation and the willingness to volunteer in order to protect and restore our fragile ecosystems. We need more wildlife warriors and this film just may be a call to action for those conservation minded people. Parents need to be aware of some adult language throughout the film and at times some of the scenes display some very dark moments for Harry.

    I give Wildcat 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12-18. Adults will also absolutely love this film. Wildcat releases on December 30, 2022, on Prime Video. By Dominic D., KIDS FIRST!
    10poopiter

    Whoa... Didn't expect to be hit this hard by a cat rescue documentary, sheeesh!

    I decided to get some work done and I usually run the tv in the background. Saw this and said, cool looks interesting and hit play. Well, I didn't get a damn thing done for work lol. 20 min into it and i was in my recliner fully invested in this. Man, i'm glad i randomly picked this.

    To the people complaining that this is not wild cat rescue documentary, well, you're right... It's a young man with mental issues that saves wild cats documentary. And it's pretty damn amazing! It does get kind of rough towards the end, and veers away from the animal rescue. But again for the critics, this kid is just as much the story as the ocelot he rescues.

    Oh and to folks making fun of these two being a couple emo millennials, shut it. I'm an old construction guy and they've got my respect. Sam and Harry are tough as nails to live in those conditions for years at a time.

    I was absolutely shocked at how much i enjoyed this. Definitely give this a 1 hr and 45 min of your time... you won't regret it!
    9ROOKreations

    A Heartfelt and Inspiring Story

    This story is told so well and is perfectly structured. You really get the chance to get close to and understand Harry and Samantha. You can truly feel each of their perspectives and emotions. You get a great sense of what it takes to work through the lowest of lows that someone can feel.

    This story is full of emotion where you can't help but feel connected to their story and struggle. Seeing their devotion to what they're passionate about and care so much for will undoubtedly lift you.

    The music flows perfectly with all the visuals, being inspirational and beautiful. The visuals and cinematography are stunning, not just a result of the breathtaking jungle scenery.

    An easy recommendation!
    8naq-1

    Reality TV Has Met It's Match

    The film "Wildcat", we see the ultimate evolution of Reality TV in the inner workings of a non-profit that is set up to rescue animals and return them to the wild after being traumatically separated from their parents, and interwoven with the idea that people with anti-social tendencies can be just as difficult to re-enter civilization.

    To be fair, the two main characters of "Wildcat", Harry and Samantha, are well-meaning, altruistic people who's only goal is to re-introduce orphaned animals back into their own wild worlds. The fact that they are able to accomplish the goal of re-introduction of the animals does not extend to themselves. They both remain distant and aloof from the rest of the world-- Harry with his PTSD from being a soldier during the war in Afghanistan, and Samantha for her father's alcoholism.

    Now the stories of Harry and Samantha are intertwined with the story of taking an orphan Ocelot and training it to be a wild animal--not just one time, but twice, almost as if created by a talented Scriptwriter. The parallel stories of the Ocelots with Harry are so clearly enunciated, they might as well have been a scripted Reality Show.

    Every moment in the film is heartfelt beyond the standard of the usual documentary, so it is amazing to think that this is merely spontaneous, as each element of the plot serves to fit a 3-act structure. The storyline is almost a character in itself -- it seems to signal the twists and turns with almost uncanny precision in advance.

    But ultimately, what results is a satisfying climax. It seems to allow the protagonists to have a mythic quality --these people are more than mere mortals, they are the embodiment of humanity's idealism.

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    • Quotes

      Harry Turner: He's saving me. I'm saving him.

    • Connections
      References Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      A Sky Like I've Never Seen
      Written by Robin Pecknold

      Performed by Fleet Foxes & Tim Bernardes

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    • Release date
      • December 30, 2022 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Yaban Kedisi
    • Production companies
      • Ajna Films
      • 30WEST
      • Emerging Earth Films
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      1 hour 46 minutes
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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