The Ornithologist

The Ornithologist

O Ornitólogo

Fernando, a solitary ornithologist, is looking for black storks when he is swept away by the rapids. Rescued by a couple of Chinese pilgrims, he plunges into an eerie and dark forest, trying to get... More
1h58m Portugal/France/Brazil 2016
Subtitles
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Synopsis

Fernando, a solitary ornithologist, is looking for black storks when he is swept away by the rapids. Rescued by a couple of Chinese pilgrims, he plunges into an eerie and dark forest, trying to get back on his track.

'Audacious, intriguing and also strangely sweet.'-Kevin Maher, Times (UK)

Rotten Tomatoes 87% high rating!

Details

Country
Portugal France Brazil
Language
Portuguese English Mandarin Mirandese Latin
Director
João Pedro Rodrigues
Cast
Paul Hamy Xelo Cagiao João Pedro Rodrigues
Awards & Selections
Locarno International Film Festival 2016 - Best Director, Toronto International Film Festival 2016, Taipei Film Festival 2017
Review
Beautiful, erotic and baffling meditation on faith

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