The U.S. government is creatively leveraging one of Hollywood’s most memorable moments from the past decade to promote the welfare of animals! At last, a heartwarming story about the nation’s leaders that evokes feelings of warmth and compassion instead of the usual despair! In a brilliantly innovative move, the United States Department of Agriculture is utilizing the iconic scene featuring Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver passionately arguing in the 2019 film Marriage Story to protect livestock on farms all across America.

As reported by The Wall Street Journal, this uncomfortably intense custody battle scene is proving effective in deterring wolves from attacking cattle and other livestock in a process known as wolf hazing. Prior to adopting the climactic scene from Marriage Story, farmers relied on the song “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC to create a sonic barrier, providing an alternative to Brian Johnson’s piercing vocals and Angus Young’s electrifying guitar riffs.

“Riding to the rescue are drone cowhands, whose quadcopters are equipped with thermal cameras that can detect any wolf hiding in the shadows and illuminate it with a spotlight. A loudspeaker emits alarming sounds such as fireworks, gunshots, and people arguing. One audio clip features the heated exchange between Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver in the movie Marriage Story,” states the article from WSJ.

“I need the wolves to respond and understand that, hey, humans are bad,” shared an Oregon-based USDA district supervisor with The Wall Street Journal.

Directed and penned by Noah Baumbach (White Noise, Barbie, The Squid and the Whale), Marriage Story is a gripping psychological drama that delves into the tumultuous journey of a stage director and his acting wife as they navigate the painful process of divorce, pushing them to their personal and creative limits. The film is regarded as Baumbach’s incisive and empathetic portrayal of a marriage unraveling while striving to keep a family intact.

Marriage Story features a talented ensemble cast, including Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Julia Greer, Azhy Robertson, Wallace Shawn, Eric Berryman, Mickey Sumner, Matthew Maher, among others.

The unforgettable scene from Baumbach’s Marriage Story continues to deliver unexpected benefits. Not only has the emotionally charged moment been parodied extensively, but it is now playing a crucial role in protecting the lives of innocent animals. While a wolf’s instincts may lead them to hunt, it is reassuring to know that we have humane strategies to dissuade them from preying on our cattle and livestock.