Wild Life

It's so well made, and puts you in the middle of some really breathtaking scenery.

It’s a biographical portrait of the Tompkins, yes, but its focus is geared more toward their conservation and rewilding efforts and, more poignantly, toward Kristine.

Wild Life is committed in equal measure to the formidable challenges of land preservation and self-preservation.

Another breathtaking journey from Chin and Vasarhelyi, one that fits snugly in their canon about indomitable rule breakers who achieved greatness and broke their barriers by persistence and unwavering dedication.

A warming, epic story that exemplifies how it’s not too late to make big changes.

A documentary that comes off mostly as a PR stunt.

Filled with sad and happy tears, 'Wild Life' is a story of love and care told with love and care. Chin and Vasarhelyi honor their subjects, allowing the words' and footage's poetry and tenderness to drive the narrative into your heart.

Some voice over comes from Kris Tompkins as she reads diary entries revealing deep struggles and fears, giving the project its heart and inspiring sense of hope.

While the cinematic journey here isn't without its flaws, it's nonetheless a visually arresting journey with a story worthy of being told. Chin and Vasarhelyi tell the story with respect, compassion, and remarkable tenderness.

As corny as it sounds, it is as if the Tompkins were trying to save the world so they could continue to live in it together.