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The Messenger is a documentary film that focuses on the protection of various songbird species around the world. Written and directed by Su Rynard, the film features insights from experts such as Dr. Bridget Stutchbury and Turkish ecologist Çağan Şekercioğlu, who discuss the threats facing these birds and the importance of conservation efforts. The film presents a global perspective on the challenges songbirds encounter, emphasizing the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the role of human activity in their decline.
The film premiered at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival on April 28, 2015, where it garnered attention, finishing third in audience voting. It also received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Cinematography at the 4th Canadian Screen Awards, recognizing the visual storytelling that complements its urgent message about avian conservation.
Why Watch
- •Meet experts like Dr. Bridget Stutchbury and Çağan Şekercioğlu.
- •See the impact of human activity on songbird populations.
- •Find out why songbirds are crucial to ecosystems.
Did You Know
•The Messenger premiered at the Hot Docs festival on April 28, 2015.
•The film finished third in audience balloting at Hot Docs.
•Daniel Grant and Amar Arhab were nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Cinematography.
•The film has a runtime of 89 minutes.
•US rights were acquired by Kino Lorber for a limited theatrical run starting December 2015.
Perfect For
Birdwatching enthusiastsEnvironmental activistsNature documentary fans