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Deep Dive: Birders (2019)

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Birders
Birders is a short documentary film directed by Otilia Portillo Padua, released in 2019. It focuses on birdwatchers located on both sides of the US-Mexico border and illustrates the migratory patterns of birds that travel between these two countries each year. The film captures the experiences of various birdwatchers, showcasing their passion for observing and understanding avian life. The documentary features a diverse cast, including John Kaye, Juana Dapa, Marta Núñez Puerto, Esteban Berrones, and Keith Hackland. With a runtime of 37 minutes, it combines English and Spanish languages, reflecting the cultural blend of the regions it portrays. Released on Netflix on September 25, 2019, the film emphasizes the connection between people and nature across borders.

Why Watch

  • •Meet passionate birdwatchers like John Kaye and Juana Dapa.
  • •Find out how birds migrate between the US and Mexico.
  • •See the cultural blend of birdwatching in two countries.

Did You Know

•Birders was released on Netflix on September 25, 2019.
•The film has a duration of 37 minutes.
•It features birdwatchers from both the US and Mexico.

Perfect For

Birdwatching enthusiastsNature documentary fansCultural explorers