WHO OWNS THE DINOSAURS? RECKONING WITH THE GOLDEN ERA OF PALEONTOLOGY

Fossils whisper tales of Earth’s prehistoric giants, but those who find them are anything but silent. Fossilist unearths a compelling human drama—one of passion, rivalry, and unexpected alliances—that often inspires sensational headlines. Fossilist travels beneath the surface to reveal a landscape far more nuanced than what the public perceives, where the thrill of discovery clashes with thorny issues of fossil poaching, debates over excavation practices, and the ethics of fossil sales.

Fossilist racks focus on how paleontology has seen itself for decades, by uniting professionals across disciplines—and across its greatest divide—with what they all love most: the fossils themselves. For the first time, a landmark moment of collaboration between academics, entrepreneurs, and landowners has been captured on film. This new model of working together can define the future of field work, lab work, research—and crucial relationships that define our favorite science, education, and business.

Currently in Production. Completing in 2027.