Grizzly Man

Grizzly Man, directed by Werner Herzog, examines the life and death of grizzly bear enthusiast Timothy Treadwell. The documentary incorporates footage of his interactions with grizzly bears, shot by Treadwell himself while travelling in Alaska prior to 2003. It also includes interviews with those who knew him, as well as professionals who work with wild bears.

Treadwell was known by his friends as an avid outdoorsman and grizzly bear fanatic. He travelled through the wilderness following groups of bears and attempting to interact with them on many occasions. He often camped with his girlfriend, Amie Huguenard, in areas with high grizzly bear populations. Treadwell filmed his encounters and explained how the bears reacted. In October 2003, a grizzly bear attacked Treadwell and his girlfriend in their tent, resulting in their deaths. Treadwell’s camera recorded audio of the attack, which has never been released.