Jonathan Krisel Directs Revenge Comedy Hey Bear Starring Mia Goth, Zach Galifianakis, Dan Stevens

The upcoming comedy film "Hey Bear" marks the feature directorial debut of Jonathan Krisel, co-creator of Portlandia, and stars Mia Goth, Dan Stevens, and Zach Galifianakis. The darkly comedic revenge story follows Claire (Goth), a woman who, after her husband Gregory (Stevens) is killed by a grizzly bear named Mr. Cranky, discovers the bear was not euthanized as she was told, prompting her to seek vengeance. She enlists the help of Putt (Galifianakis), a socially awkward park ranger, on a mission that leads to her personal empowerment and self-discovery. The screenplay, written by Emmy-winning writer Carrie Kemper, is described as a "coming of rage" tale blending offbeat humor with a transformative journey. Produced by Alix Madigan and represented by HanWay Films for global sales, with North American distribution managed by WME Independent and UTA Independent Film Group, "Hey Bear" is set to debut for buyers at the American Film Market. The film is praised for its originality and emotional depth despite its absurd premise, promising a unique blend of laughter, shock, and heartfelt moments.