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198797 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Pica Pica

198797 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Magpies in Sweden are filmed engaging in social and emotional behaviors that reflect similarities to human interactions.

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Mikael Kristersson

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Magpies in Sweden are filmed engaging in social and emotional behaviors that reflect similarities to human interactions.

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Mikael Kristersson captures the daily lives of magpies in Sweden in the 1987 documentary *Pica Pica*. The film allows the natural rhythm of the birds' activities to unfold without interruption. It focuses on their social and emotional interactions, presenting a detailed look at their behavior. By observing the magpies, the film draws parallels to human experiences. The documentary offers a perspective on a species that shares the environment yet often goes unnoticed.

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