Loup (2009) - film review

Sergueï is a nomadic reindeer herder, one of many who live in the wild mountains of eastern Siberia.  Sergueï’s clan is led by his father and comprises four families, who own a herd of 3,000 reindeer which they drive from one pasture to another as the seasons change.  The main threat is the wolf, for whom the reindeer is a delicacy.  From an early age, Sergueï has been taught to chase and kill the wolves without pity.  But one day, he has an encounter with his ancient lupine adversary that will shatter his certainties.   How could he harm the helpless litter of wolf cubs?  But Sergueï knows that by sheltering and protecting them he will be breaking with thousands of years of tradition, as well as betraying his father and his clan...

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