Ten nights of competition see hunters in the Everglades attempt to remove invasive pythons as part of an annual contest organized by the Florida government.
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Ten nights of competition see hunters in the Everglades attempt to remove invasive pythons as part of an annual contest organized by the Florida government.
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In the Everglades, a group of hunters gathers for the annual invasive python removal contest organized by the Florida government. Over ten nights, they traverse the challenging terrain, competing to capture as many Burmese pythons as possible. Directed by Xander Robin, the film captures the personal stories of the contestants and their motivations for participating. The documentary also addresses the ecological impact of the invasive species on the local environment. It premiered at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival on March 8, 2025.
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Why Watch
- See hunters compete in the Everglades.
- Find out about invasive pythons in Florida.
- Meet the filmmakers behind the contest.
Did You Know
- The Python Hunt had its world premiere on March 8, 2025.
- The film won the Documentary Feature Competition Special Jury Award.
- It screened at the Miami Film Festival on April 9, 2025.
- Oscilloscope acquired distribution rights to the film in October 2025.
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Who directed The Python Hunt?
Xander Robin directed and produced The Python Hunt.
When did The Python Hunt premiere?
It premiered at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival on March 8, 2025.
What awards did The Python Hunt win?
It won the Documentary Feature Competition Special Jury Award at South by Southwest and the Made in MIA Feature Film Award at the Miami Film Festival.
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