Birdsong
“An ornithologist's mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland”
Synopsis
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that’s nearly 200 birds. Often joined by his partner Alba, he travels to some of the country’s most beautiful and remote locations to capture its most elusive species and soundscapes: the busy seabird colony of Skellig Michael; a native woodland free from road noise in the Burren; the corncrake stronghold of Tory Island; a solitary nest in the Donegal uplands. Along the way we get to know Seán, whose hypersensitivity to sound has proven both a struggle and a strength. At once inspiring and cautionary, Seán’s journey illustrates the beauty and importance of sound, and what listening can tell us about the state of our natural world.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
International Wildlife Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kathleen Harris
- Original Title
- Birdsong
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Release Date
- 25/02/2024
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- True Films, ARTE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kathleen Harris
Ross Bartley
Iseult Howlett
Ross Whitaker, Aideen O’Sullivan, Grainne McAleer
Department Leadership Roster
Kathleen Harris
Director
Ross Whitaker
Producer
Aideen O’Sullivan
Producer
Ross Bartley
Director of Photography
Iseult Howlett
Editor
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What is Birdsong about?
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that’s nearly 200 birds. Often joined by his partner Alba, he travels to some of the country’s most beautiful and remote locations to capture its most elusive species and soundscapes: the busy seabird colony of Skellig Michael; a native woodland free from road noise in the Burren; the corncrake stronghold of Tory Island; a solitary nest in the Donegal uplands. Along the way we get to know Seán, whose hypersensitivity to sound has proven both a struggle and a strength. At once inspiring and cautionary, Seán’s journey illustrates the beauty and importance of sound, and what listening can tell us about the state of our natural world.
Who directed Birdsong?
Birdsong was directed by Kathleen Harris.
Who stars in Birdsong?
The principal cast of Birdsong includes Seán Ronayne.
When was Birdsong released and how long is it?
Birdsong was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 52m.