Path of the Panther (2022)

Plot

Carlton Ward Jr., an explorer and photographer deeply rooted in Florida, describes the elusive Florida Panther as “ghosts” at the film's outset. As the last remaining big cat in the eastern United States, this iconic creature symbolizes the state’s vanishing wilderness. Through stunning visuals, the documentary showcases Ward's efforts alongside a diverse team of cowboys, wildlife biologists, and passionate advocates. They embark on multiple expeditions into the Everglades and South Florida, striving to document and preserve these magnificent animals while highlighting the urgent need to protect Florida's delicate ecosystem.