Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story

Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story is a documentary that explores the unique animals and varied landscapes of Texas. By presenting the narrative through the perspectives of local species, such as the mountain lion and the blind catfish, the film examines the evolving interaction between humans and the environment. It emphasizes the need to protect wild habitats and highlights the role of regional conservation efforts within a larger continental context.

The film was written and directed by Ben Masters, marking the first entry in a list of four directorial works that also includes The American Southwest, Borderlands Jaguar, and Hope For The Guadalupe. Produced by Fin & Fur Films with Jay Kleberg, Katy Baldock, and Josh Winkler, the project features Matthew McConaughey as the narrator. The documentary was released in the United States on June 3, 2022, with a total runtime of 103 minutes.