What is alpha 2018 movie about?

Alpha is a 2018 American prehistoric adventure film directed by Albert Hughes and written by Daniele Sebastian Wiedenhaupt, based on a story by Hughes. The film follows a young hunter, played by Kodi Smit-McPhee, who survives the last ice age and forms an unlikely friendship with Alpha, an injured wolf portrayed by Chuck, a Czechoslovakian Wolfdog. Set against a harsh frozen landscape, the story explores themes of survival, communication, and the bond between human and animal. The film's production began in February 2016 in Canada and faced several delays before its U.S. release on August 17, 2018, by Sony Pictures Releasing. Despite delays, Alpha received generally favorable reviews, particularly for its cinematography and performances, and went on to gross over $99 million worldwide.