Documenting the 7th season of one man's extraordinary isolation in the wilderness, The Big Lonely captures the essence of loneliness, survival, and resilience of the human spirit in a uniquely filmed manner. Director David Manougian unveils the captivating, intimate and redemptive story of Michael Nelms and his dog Tic, who, after becoming homeless, chose a life in a remote wilderness hideout over "living under a bridge."
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- Digital One
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Michael Nelms as Self
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David Manougian · Director
Kerribeth Elliott · Editor
David Kamens · Producer
Troy Gambee · Producer
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