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Birdy

A drama that explores one woman’s obsession with bird-watching.
4/5

Review

Written and directed by Cristina Ballesteros, ‘Birdy’ is a short drama film that explores a woman’s fascination with birds. Susannah Scott stars as ‘Birdy’ – the sole character. The film delves into Birdy’s bond with her garden birds and her childhood with her bird-loving father. The short acts as a psychological study of the character and is shot in 16mm to give the film a makeshift finish.

The 9-minute film opens with Birdy observing her beloved birds with binoculars. Her garden is a haven of self-crafted bird-feeders. Birdy breaks the fourth-wall throughout – speaking to the audience directly about her passion for bird-watching. Her intense interest reveals much about the character’s psyche – a lonely woman in desperate need for friendship/companionship or a way to connect to her late-father. Birdy has given the wild birds a name, accompanied with a narrative – revealing her unapologetic obsession. In one particular scene, whilst speaking about her fall out with Jason (a bird), she fidgets with a kitchen knife – exposing her troubling mindset.

Susannah Scott’s portrayal as Birdy is alluring and engaging from start to finish. A tense performance, albeit with a charming introduction. The brilliant use of 16mm cinematography delivers a colorful finish that viewers will find magical. Christina Ballesteros’ experimental narrative deserves high praise. An interesting watch. Highly recommended.

Brief Synopsis

With the arrival of spring, Birdy is out in her garden doing what she loves most: bird-watching. Year after year she looks out for them and year after year they come back, Ginnie, Pete, and little Jack (Sparrow). But what happens when she gets too close, and passion turns into obsession?
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Credits

Director(s): Cristina Ballesteros
Writer(s): Cristina Ballesteros, Liam Aldridge
Cast: Susannah Scott
Producer(s): Deborah Charles, Rebecca Groves, Rika Kulsavat
Director of Photography: Candida Richardson
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Runtime: 9 min

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Birdy

A drama that explores one woman’s obsession with bird-watching.
4/5

Review

Written and directed by Cristina Ballesteros, ‘Birdy’ is a short drama film that explores a woman’s fascination with birds. Susannah Scott stars as ‘Birdy’ – the sole character. The film delves into Birdy’s bond with her garden birds and her childhood with her bird-loving father. The short acts as a psychological study of the character and is shot in 16mm to give the film a makeshift finish.

The 9-minute film opens with Birdy observing her beloved birds with binoculars. Her garden is a haven of self-crafted bird-feeders. Birdy breaks the fourth-wall throughout – speaking to the audience directly about her passion for bird-watching. Her intense interest reveals much about the character’s psyche – a lonely woman in desperate need for friendship/companionship or a way to connect to her late-father. Birdy has given the wild birds a name, accompanied with a narrative – revealing her unapologetic obsession. In one particular scene, whilst speaking about her fall out with Jason (a bird), she fidgets with a kitchen knife – exposing her troubling mindset.

Susannah Scott’s portrayal as Birdy is alluring and engaging from start to finish. A tense performance, albeit with a charming introduction. The brilliant use of 16mm cinematography delivers a colorful finish that viewers will find magical. Christina Ballesteros’ experimental narrative deserves high praise. An interesting watch. Highly recommended.

Brief Synopsis

With the arrival of spring, Birdy is out in her garden doing what she loves most: bird-watching. Year after year she looks out for them and year after year they come back, Ginnie, Pete, and little Jack (Sparrow). But what happens when she gets too close, and passion turns into obsession?
Birdy Short Film e1652765420994

Credits

Director(s): Cristina Ballesteros
Writer(s): Cristina Ballesteros, Liam Aldridge
Cast: Susannah Scott
Producer(s): Deborah Charles, Rebecca Groves, Rika Kulsavat
Director of Photography: Candida Richardson
Animation:

Specifications

Genre: ,
Country:
Language:
Year:
Runtime: 9 min

IMDb Page

Coming Soon

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