Synopsis
Set on the rugged western coast of Vancouver Island and narrated by Ryan Reynolds, this documentary describes what happens when Luna, a baby orca, gets separated from his family and unexpectedly starts making contact with people along a scenic fjord called Nootka Sound. Because orcas are highly social beings who spend their lives traveling with their pods, Luna attempts to find a surrogate family among the area residents, much to their delight. But as word spreads about Luna, people become torn between their love for the lonely young whale and fears that human contact might harm him. As Luna’s determination and charm change human lives all around him and make the unexpected the norm on Nootka Sound, the film becomes an unforgettable narrative about the mysteries, the dangers —and the promise—of friendship across forbidden boundaries.
Metrics
Opening Weekend: | $4,835 (6.0% of total gross) |
Legs: | 11.20 (domestic box office/biggest weekend) |
Domestic Share: | 100.0% (domestic box office/worldwide) |
Theater counts: | 2 opening theaters/5 max. theaters, 9.2 weeks average run per theater |
Infl. Adj. Dom. BO | $110,290 |
Latest Ranking on Cumulative Box Office Lists
Record | Rank | Amount |
---|---|---|
All Time Domestic Box Office (Rank 13,201-13,300) | 13,208 | $81,212 |
All Time Worldwide Box Office (Rank 25,301-25,400) | 25,394 | $81,212 |
All Time Domestic Highest Grossing Limited Release Movies (Rank 4,901-5,000) | 4,993 | $81,212 |
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Amazon VOD: | Amazon |
iTunes: | iTunes |
Movie Details
Domestic Releases: | September 9th, 2011 (Limited) by Paladin |
Video Release: | December 4th, 2012 by Docurama Video |
MPAA Rating: | G (Rating bulletin 2147, 11/17/2010) |
Running Time: | 85 minutes |
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Keywords: | Voiceover/Narration, Animal Lead, Animal Rights |
Source: | Based on Real Life Events |
Genre: | Documentary |
Production Method: | Live Action |
Creative Type: | Factual |
Production/Financing Companies: | Telefilm Canada, Theatrical Documentary Program, Mountianside Films |
Production Countries: | Canada |
Languages: | English |
Ranking on other Records and Milestones
Record | Rank | Amount | Chart Date | Days In Release |
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Biggest 39th Weekend Limited Release | 85 | $659 | Jun 1, 2012 | 269 |