Emmy Award-winning wildlife cinematographer Bob Landis discusses the making of the film, including the ideal circumstances for filming a predation scene; the importance of spending a vast amount of time in the field; the uniqueness of Yellowstone’s Druid wolf pack, and more.
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God Bless you Mr. Landis.
What a great interview. I hope Mr. Landis continues to make great natural history films.
Man I would love to have a job like that…
i love woleves to my favorite type is the black ones there awesome!
Always truly inspiring. His work is just so…beautiful. Every frame would make a gorgeous still of God’s great creation.
As a film student and nature girl, I’m always looking to learn what I can from the Greats like Landis.
I want to thank mr. Landis for bringing the magic of wolves to the world. Just gorgeous.
Thank you so much. The last time we were in Yellowstone, we drove to Lamar to see the wolves – a dream come true. They had left the day before – it was SO HOT! (2003) What a beautiful story to see the wolves there – I felt like I was there.
On the level of great cinamatographers such as Marty Stoufer; You are a keeper of our countries natural wildlife that is so easily brushed aside for other unrenewable resourses. Be well dear friend. Joseph
What beautiful creatures. Mr Landis your film is marvelous, beyond words. Thank you.
Sir, you are the Alpha Cinematographer. I truly appreciate your commitment to your craft and thank you for sharing your story. I look forward to more of your work in the future. Sincerely, twtyson
What a fabulous film! Bob Landis, thank you for the devotion to your trade. I can’t wait for the next gift from your treasure.
Thankyou Bob Landis for your time, hardwork and dedication to your art. ‘The Valley of the Wolves’ was the most informative, educational and awe-inspiring film on the life and habits of these beautiful creatures I’ve yet had the privilage to see. Thanks for sharing your gift and your passion.
I am from Yellowstone. I have worked for years to get the wolf back into our lives. This is a great view. Thank you Bob for your time.
As a young child,I was tormented by nightmares of wolves hiding under my bed to attack me if I left the bed. Thank you for your beautiful portrayal of a most intelligent animal. THANKS FOR YOUR DEDICATION.
WOW!!!!!! What a GREAT FILM to show our grandsons and bring back memories for them!
We spent so time in the Lamar Valley and had an opportunity to see the Druid Pack attack a heard of elk and this film brings back the memories. The hunt was in our sights for a few moments as the wolves disappeared behind the hillside.
Since then we have taken our grandsons back to see the Druid Pack in the Lamar Valley. They had an opportunity to see the Druid Pack with pups playing across the valley. We understood the the pack had a kill over another ridge and we noticed three adult wolves and about four pups.
I want to Thank Mr.Landis for taking the time our of his life to document the plight of the wolves in Yellowstone so we can reflect on our experiences in one of the most beautiful places on earth!
I cannot express how thankful I am for MR. Landis and his commitment to his work what a wonderful man and awesome movie. thank you so much
Thank you Mr. Landis and all those involved in the making this film. I laughed, I cried, I loved it!! This is what television programs should be. This is why I support PBS with my donations.
This is wonderful story telling and one of the best of Nature. I wish shows like this would get more airing than just PBS because of the educational benefits. The majority of the people I know think that wild animals are bad and dangerous. Somehow they don’t know that we are the most dangerous animals on earth.
Excellent work Mr. Landis! The film was outstanding and brilliant! Its becoming more and more important to learn about wolves. Great footage on the Druid Pack and Slough Pack as they compete for Lamar Valley. Its a flawless piece of art, thank you Bob Landis.
Brilliant
In 2004 I spent 3 days in the backcountry of Slough Creek. It was 3 of the best days of my life. Found wolf tracks,but never saw one. I’ve wanted to go back since. This film gave me the thrill of being there again.Thanks Mr. Landis for this stunning film.
This film takes me back to my own wolf experience. On my 5th visit to Yellowstone in 2007, I had the thrill & honor to photograph a wolf & her 4 pups. It was amazing! For close to an hour & a half, I photographed pups playing just across from me in a small body of water. My finger did not leave the shutter.I took over 400 photos & was still shaking from adrenaline 5 hours later. I never thought I would see a wild wolf for more than a few seconds. This might have been a once in a lifetime experience. I truly hope not. But if it was, I am still honored to have experienced something few people will ever be able to. This film brought back the excitment of that day to me. Thank you for a beautiful & intimate look into the lives of these awesome wolves.