The read
It runs a compact 1h 29m.
Synopsis
This documentary follows various migratory bird species on their long journeys from their summer homes to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles and navigating by the stars. These arduous treks are crucial for survival, seeking hospitable climates and food sources. Birds face numerous challenges, including crossing oceans and evading predators, illness, and injury. Although migrations are undertaken as a community, birds disperse into family units once they reach their destinations, and every continent is affected by these migrations, hosting migratory bird species at least part of the year.
Ratings
IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic82/100
211 audience votes
Key crew
- Jacques PerrinDirector
- Jean DorstScreenplay
- Bruno CoulaisOriginal Music Composer
- Valentine MarvelScreenplay
- Jacques PerrinScreenplay
Cast
- Jacques PerrinNarrator (voice)
- Philippe LabroNarrator (voice, English version)
Stills
Themes
lakeoceanhorseparrotornithologymigrationflightarctic polar circle regioncrabstorkpelicannature documentary