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Takaya: Lone Wolf

Program Overview

documentary

1 x 60 min

PRODUCERS

Talesmith, MBM TV, and Cineflix Productions

BROADCASTERS

CBC (Canada), BBC (UK), and ARTE (France and Germany)

HOST

Cheryl Alexander

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When a lone wolf is spotted prowling a small uninhabited archipelago just off the coast of the city of Victoria, British Columbia, local resident and renowned wildlife photographer Cheryl Alexander goes in for a closer look. What follows is a seven-year relationship that pushes the boundaries of his world—and ours. Takaya: Lone Wolf recounts the inspirational story of one animal’s resilience, adaptation, and survival as he takes on the odds. Through Cheryl’s extraordinary connection and commitment, this special documentary reveals that humans can in fact co-exist with apex carnivores that are often perceived as a lethal threat. Amid widespread rumours and theories, Cheryl uncovers hidden clues and never-before-seen footage that detail where Takaya came from, how he got to the island, and how he’s adapted to his new landscape. And, meeting with leading experts to help decipher his remarkable behaviour, she is determined to expose the deeper lessons that this majestic hunter has to teach us all.

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Awards

Rob Stewart Award for Best Science or Nature Documentary Program winner
Canadian Screen Awards
2021
Factual TV Project of the Year nominee
Content Innovation Awards
2020
Best Short Documentary Program winner
Leo Awards
2020
Best Direction Short Documentary Program winner
Leo Awards
2020
Best Screenwriting Short Documentary Program winner
Leo Awards
2020
Best Cinematography Short Documentary Program winner
Leo Awards
2020
Official Selection
International Wildlife Film Festival
2020
Official Selection
Sunset Film Festival Los Angeles
2020