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Wild Inside

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On February 2, 2023, Flaco -- a male Eurasian eagle-owl, the largest species of owl in the world -- was discovered missing from his cage at the Central Park Zoo in Manhattan. What follows when Flaco, who had lived his entire life in captivity, was released in New York City is a surprising story revealing the delight, concern, and fascination of millions in the city and beyond.
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Owen Gleiberman Variety 2h
What makes “Wild Inside” such a moving and even wrenching experience is that we’re stirred by the creature Flaco was, and it’s the story he lived that made him that creature. Go to Full Review Alissa Wilkinson New York Times 2d
So “Wild Inside” is full of shots of Flaco that one filmmaker could never capture alone. And this gives it the feeling of a group project, a collective tribute to an animal that will always be part of civic lore. Go to Full Review Zachary Lee RogerEbert.com 3d
3/4
She raises thorny questions around the irreversible ways human beings’ livelihoods and infrastructure have damaged animals’ lifestyles and whether, in an age of distraction, human beings have the capacity to still be in awe of the world around them. Go to Full Review Alyssa Christian Next Best Picture 2h
8/10
Lane’s film is a beautifully filmed love letter to our connection to nature and animals. Go to Full Review Selina Lee In Review Online 4h
[Lane's] film has a charmingly homespun quality... In a city of eight million people (and who knows how many animals), sometimes it takes the creature farthest from home to bring everyone else together. Go to Full Review Ken Priebe Under the Radar 8h
7/10
It is a film that deserves to be seen by families, educators, students, conservationists, and anyone who hopes for a world where humans and wildlife can share space more thoughtfully and peacefully. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Manavjeet P @ManavPatil999 1d Wild Inside is a deeply moving and captivating documentary. Director Penny Lane does a fantastic job telling the unforgettable story of Flaco the owl with immense heart, humor, and beautiful visuals. It is a thoughtful look at nature, humanity, and city life that will stay with you long after it ends. Highly recommended! See more Read all reviews
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Penny Lane

Director

Gabriel Sedgwick

Producer

Nickolas Hasse

Producer

Jessica Harrop

Executive Producer

Caitlin Mae Burke

Executive Producer

Julie Parker Benello

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Synopsis On February 2, 2023, Flaco -- a male Eurasian eagle-owl, the largest species of owl in the world -- was discovered missing from his cage at the Central Park Zoo in Manhattan. What follows when Flaco, who had lived his entire life in captivity, was released in New York City is a surprising story revealing the delight, concern, and fascination of millions in the city and beyond.
Director
Penny Lane
Producer
Gabriel Sedgwick, Nickolas Hasse
Distributor
Sandbox Films
Production Co
HBO Documentary Films
Genre
Documentary
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 31, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 36m