as a bird that briefly perches
擇鳥記
Synopsis
As a bird that briefly perches is a cinematic diary that weaves together the filmmaker’s sentiments about homeland with reference to the geology of Hong Kong; an analogy between human nature and greenhouse gardening; and her reflections on the choice of living abroad as she studies the everyday life of migrant farmers and their adaptation on foreign soil, reinterpreting agricultural processes and the migration of species. The work explores the implications of rooting, re-rooting and growing as the artist contemplates on the evolving dynamics between land and human.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Alchemy Film and Moving Image Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dorothy Cheung
- Original Title
- 擇鳥記
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong, United Kingdom
- Release Date
- 02/05/2025
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dorothy Cheung
Dorothy Cheung
Dorothy Cheung
Department Leadership Roster
Dorothy Cheung
Director
Dorothy Cheung
Editor
Dorothy Cheung
Director of Photography
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What is as a bird that briefly perches about?
As a bird that briefly perches is a cinematic diary that weaves together the filmmaker’s sentiments about homeland with reference to the geology of Hong Kong; an analogy between human nature and greenhouse gardening; and her reflections on the choice of living abroad as she studies the everyday life of migrant farmers and their adaptation on foreign soil, reinterpreting agricultural processes and the migration of species. The work explores the implications of rooting, re-rooting and growing as the artist contemplates on the evolving dynamics between land and human.
Who directed as a bird that briefly perches?
as a bird that briefly perches was directed by Dorothy Cheung.
Who stars in as a bird that briefly perches?
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When was as a bird that briefly perches released and how long is it?
as a bird that briefly perches was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 17m.