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The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill, 2003

Starring: Mark Bittner, Judy Irving

Directed by: Judy Irving

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Language: English

Country: USA

Runtime: 83 min

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Rating:7.8

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The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill can be described as uplifting, contemplative, and atmospheric. The plot revolves around human nature, self discovery, and friendship. The main genre is documentary. In approach, it is serious and realistic. The storytelling is slow paced. It is located in San Francisco. It takes place in contemporary times. The movie has received attention for being critically acclaimed.

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An uncommon bond between man and nature is the focus of Judy Irving's wonderful and informative documentary, THE WILD PARROTS OF TELEGRAPH HILL. The film follows Mark Bittner, an unemployed aging hippie, who lives off the kindness of strangers in the titular San Francisco neighborhood. His life takes on new meaning when he starts feeding a flock of wild Conures, a breed of parrot noted for its green body and cherry-red head. Native to Argentina, the birds soon feel comfortable enough to feed while perched all over Mr. Bittner. Being outcasts who yearn to remain free, a mutual respect is born between them. Daily routine soon leads to growing crowds of curious passersby, as Bittner becomes something of a local celebrity. Based on his up-close observations, Bittner gains some keen insight into the behavior of individual birds, giving them names. The resulting portraits of Connor, Mingus, Olive, Pushkin, Picasso, Sophie, and Tupelo prove that these amazing creatures deserve star credit in their own right. WILD PARROTS features some incredible close-ups, rare in-depth glimpses into the unique and often amusing habits and activities of one flock of parrots, and a surprise ending.

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Language:	English
Country:	USA
Release date:	9 October 2003
Runtime:	83 min

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Mark Bittner

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Judy Irving

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Salon.com

One of the most beautiful and endearing nature films you've ever seen, despite being filmed almost entirely within a major metropolis, and a love story that will repeatedly reduce you to tears. Full Review

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by: Andrew O'Hehir

Entertainment Weekly

In watching the birds and the man with an affectionate, curious eye, the filmmaker builds a story of surprising emotional resonance. Full Review

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by: Lisa Schwarzbaum

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I found this disappointing on a few levels. There is not nearly enough about the parrots--it is all about this eccentric fellow and the general eccentricity of San Francisco. I have seen enough things about the eccentricity of San Francisco, and... Read and rate it

20.March.2009
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by: sethdellinger
sethdellinger rated this movie0/10

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