HEART OF A LION

Documentary Feature Film  - 96 minutes - 2025

Directed by Joe Pontecorvo

Produced by Joe Pontecorvo and Jeff Hogan

Edited by Brad Allgood

Heart of a Lion follows biologist Mark Elbroch on a sweeping journey from the rugged wilderness of Jackson, Wyoming, to the misty forests of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. At the center of the story are two mountain lion mothers, F61 and Yoko, whose lives Elbroch has tracked for years. As his connection with these elusive cats deepens, the film reveals an intimate and rarely seen portrait of one of North America’s most misunderstood predators. Heart of a Lion explores not only the ecological role of mountain lions but also the emotional intelligence and resilience that define their lives in the wild.

World Premiere, Boston Film Festival 2025

Official Selection , Wild N Scenic Film Festival