Brad Pitt stars alongside a German Shepherd named Odin in Heart of the Beast, a survival adventure directed by David Ayer. Set to premiere in theaters on September 23, the film follows James Belmont, a former special forces soldier played by Pitt, who is stranded in the Alaskan wilderness after a plane crash. Alongside him is his loyal German Shepherd, Odin, who becomes both a companion and a key character in their fight for survival. The film draws comparisons to other survival stories such as All by Myself (2001), Into the Wild (2007), and The Revenant (2015), but with the unique twist of a dog's presence as a central figure. Though the film is set in Alaska, the majority of the footage was shot in New Zealand, which was chosen for its rugged, untamed landscapes that mirror the Alaskan wilderness. Odin, the German Shepherd, was trained by animal trainer Andrew Simpson, who has previously worked on films like Belle et Sébastien and Le dernier loup. The story follows Belmont and Odin as they face a series of life-threatening challenges, including a fall into a river, an encounter with a bear, an attack by a pack of wolves, and the perilous crossing of a marsh. The film alternates between the intense present-day survival scenarios and the emotional backstory of Belmont and Odin's relationship. Their bond is a central focus, with Pitt's performance and the dog's behavior creating a compelling dynamic. However, some critics note that the film may feel repetitive in its depiction of survival challenges, and the heavy emotional tone is sometimes underscored by a soundtrack that some find intrusive. Heart of the Beast is categorized as an Action and Adventure film, with a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes. It is produced by Paramount Pictures France and will be released in the United States. The film's synopsis highlights how James Belmont, after a devastating plane crash, finds himself lost in the heart of Alaska with his dog Odin, relying on their remaining strength to survive together in the harsh wilderness.