The Great Blue Heron
Synopsis
This film documents the yearly cycle of the great blue heron, its migration from Central America and the West Indies to the St. Lawrence River in Québec, and the breeding and rearing of its young. Outstanding footage shot by the filmmaker perched high in a tree affords close-ups of the birds' intricate courtship rituals. A sensitive, beautifully photographed nature film with much to tell us of ecology and wildlife.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Louis Frund
- Original Title
- The Great Blue Heron
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Louis Frund
Pascale Laverrière
Jacques Bobet
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Louis Frund
Director
Pascale Laverrière
Editor
Jacques Bobet
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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What is The Great Blue Heron about?
This film documents the yearly cycle of the great blue heron, its migration from Central America and the West Indies to the St. Lawrence River in Québec, and the breeding and rearing of its young. Outstanding footage shot by the filmmaker perched high in a tree affords close-ups of the birds' intricate courtship rituals. A sensitive, beautifully photographed nature film with much to tell us of ecology and wildlife.
Who directed The Great Blue Heron?
The Great Blue Heron was directed by Jean-Louis Frund.
Who stars in The Great Blue Heron?
The principal cast of The Great Blue Heron includes Not specified.
When was The Great Blue Heron released and how long is it?
The Great Blue Heron was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 44m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Great Blue Heron?
The Great Blue Heron holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).