A rebellious young woman marries a prominent Republican politician twenty-six years older than her. Four decades later, as they anticipate his death, she wrestles with their marriage, her sexuality, and what’s been lost and won through a life by his side.
Helen and the Bear premiered at Hot Docs in 2024 and is continuing to play in film festivals and other theatrical events across the U.S. Helen and the Bear was nominated for two IDA awards (Best Editing and Best Cinematography).
