A Cry in the Wild (1990)

Synopsis: "A Cry in the Wild," based on Gary Paulsen's Newberry Honor-winning novel, tells the familiar story of a boy lost in the wilderness, but this time with an unusually potent subtext. Angry over... "A Cry in the Wild," based on Gary Paulsen's Newberry Honor-winning novel, tells the familiar story of a boy lost in the wilderness, but this time with an unusually potent subtext. Angry over his parents' recent divorce, teenager Brian flies from his mother's home in Northern California to visit his father in Canada. While in the air, the pilot suddenly dies from a heart attack, and the plane crashes. Brian survives the disaster, only to find himself alone in a secluded area, rugged and dense with trees. As if harsh storms and raging bears were not enough, Brian must also cope with his confused feelings about his family if he is to keep his senses and stay alive. [More]

Starring: Jared Rushton, Ned Beatty, Pamela Sue Martin

Starring: Jared Rushton, Ned Beatty, Pamela Sue Martin

Director: Mark Griffiths

Director: Mark Griffiths
Producer: Julie Corman

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