Press & Reviews

“Come for the furball critters, but stay for the insight into city planning; Cat City is a revealing look at how the balance of nature can work in our favour. “ Eddie Harrison, Film Authority

“An edifying journey for cat lovers, nature lovers, and city dwellers alike, with plenty to amuse and ponder.” Kat Sachs, Cinefile.info

“Accurate accounting of the kind of complicated politics that governs a real-life, emotionally stirring problem, one which has no easy solutions. It’s also a problem, that, if not there already, is likely coming your way.” Richard Alaniz, KPFK Film Club

Chicago's leading news radio station discusses the film.

Director Ben Kolak discusses Cat City on WGN-TV's daytime news/talk/lifestyle show.

“A fair, balanced and critical look into the world of feral cat population control.” Wafir Salih, Alexandria Times

“See all kinds of cats from newborns being carefully brought along to veteran street cats who have lived some very interesting, and sometimes dangerous, lives in the neighborhoods” Marc Morin, The TwoOhSix

“Who gets to decide what’s natural and what’s invasive? I think its a beautiful mess that embodies a lot about what makes our city awesome and diverse, people with different viewpoints.” Director Ben Kolak in audio report by Justin Bull & Maggie Sivit, WBEZ Chicago

“A portrait of people whose love for cats must contend with the real-life issues and complications of dealing with felines once they’re out in the wild.” - Dan Persons, Cinematic Squeak

“This film explores compassion, conservation, and the complexities of animal management, making it a must-watch for those intrigued by city life and animal welfare dynamics.” - Chris Jones, Overly Honest

"Beautifully demonstrates that one does not have to be domesticated to be loved." - Documentary Drive