The Shepherd and the Bear (2026)
- Sat, Apr 4
Director: Max Keegan Run Time: 101 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 2026 Language: French
Country: United Kingdom, France, United States
Language: French
About the film:
High in the French Pyrenees, the reintroduction of wild bears in a traditional shepherding community provokes deep conflict. An aging shepherd struggles to find a successor as bears prey on his flock, and a teenage boy becomes obsessed with tracking the bear.
About the filmmaker:
Max Keegan is an emerging filmmaker known for his character-driven storytelling and work in independent cinema. He directed The Shepherd and the Bear (2026), which screened at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, earning attention for its intimate performances and naturalistic style. Keegan’s work focuses on emotionally grounded narratives and nuanced human relationships, marking him as a promising new voice in independent film.
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