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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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Richard Brody The New Yorker 2d
The result is an invigorating philosophical exploration of animal life, a vision of the modern media spotlight, and a symphonic outpouring of the energy, passion, and knowledge that make the city run. Go to Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots 15h
A beautiful, unforgettable documentary that tells Flaco the owl’s story with overwhelming heart and emotion. Go to Full Review Jaylan Salah InSession Film 15h
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In New York City, everyone needs a star for the day. Wild Inside just happens to bring out the star in a lonely Eurasian Eagle-Owl finding a place for nature in a highly industrialized, digitized world. Go to Full Review Pat Mullen POV Magazine 17h
Lane’s film captures an inherent affinity that exist between humans and non-human counterparts. Go to Full Review Sean Burns WBUR’s Arts & Culture 1d
In its gentle, unassuming way, Penny Lane’s enchanting documentary made me think about the mysteries of the natural world as much as any Terrence Malick or Werner Herzog picture. Go to Full Review Stephen Saito Moveable Fest 1d
The genuine enthusiasm the owl brought is transferred undiluted to the screen, extending the feeling of community felt in New York that much further. Go to Full Review 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