Kestrel's Eye Life from a Bird's Perspective
Kestrel's Eye is unlike any nature film you've ever seen. Filmed over several years, it is a wonder-filled portrait of a family of kestrels (European falcons) who live in a church tower above a small Swedish town. The amazing cinematography, nominated for a Swedish Oscar, captures the intimacy of the birds' lives and creates an "utterly mesmerizing and startlingly original film." (Merrimack Valley Sunday)
Running Time
85 mins
Year
1999
Kanopy ID
1354095
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Cool documentary.
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