Río Grande, Tierra del Fuego is widely regarded as the ultimate destination for sea-run brown trout, and this film stands as one of Todd Moen’s finest fly fishing productions to date. Shot on the legendary Argentinian stretch of the Río Grande, the film captures the scale, power, and mystique of what many consider the best sea-run brown trout fishery in the world.
Filmed at Estancia Maria Behety Lodge, the story follows Scottish angler Gordon Armstrong during peak season as he targets massive, ocean-bright searun brown trout returning from the South Atlantic. While much of the Río Grande lies in Chile, more than 80 percent of the river’s prime spawning habitat, and its most productive water…flows through Argentina. With 32 miles of private river frontage, rotating access to nearly 50 kilometers and more than 100 named pools, and an annual fish run exceeding 70,000 sea-run trout, this stretch represents the pinnacle of big-river trout fishing. Set against the vast openness of Tierra del Fuego, the film highlights the region’s short summer season, cool temperatures, and relentless Patagonian wind, an ever-present challenge for both angler and filmmaker. Moen’s cinematography embraces these conditions, delivering sweeping aerial perspectives of the Río Grande’s braided channels and endless horizon, paired with intimate, hard-earned moments on the water. The result is a rare blend of technical fly fishing, raw environment, and cinematic restraint.
Guide Nahuel Stauch plays a critical role behind the scenes, assisting with audio capture in extreme wind while showcasing deep local knowledge of the Río Grande. Armstrong’s smooth, unhurried casting and effortless fish handling bring clarity and elegance to a fishery often defined by its brutality. The film is further elevated by the use of Scientific Anglers spey systems, nicknamed the “SA Multitool” on the Río Grande for their versatility in demanding conditions. This Argentina fly fishing film is more than a destination piece, it is a refined portrait of place, people, and pursuit. For anglers seeking insight into Río Grande fly fishing, Estancia Maria Behety Lodge, or the enduring allure of Tierra del Fuego, this production stands as an essential watch and a defining chapter in modern fly fishing cinema.
Thanks also to Bauer Fly Reels and Eddie Bauer for their continuous and generous support of T-Motion Theater. To book your own Río Grande adventure contact The Fly Shop at email – travel@theflyshop.com The Fly Shop – http://www.TheFlyShop.com Estancia Maria Behety – http://www.MariaBehetyFishing.com R.L. Winston Rod Company – https://www.WinstonRods.com Eddie Bauer – http://www.EddieBauer.com Scientific Anglers – https://www.scientificanglers.com
