Birds from the Gods
Synopsis
A Japanese animal photographer, Tadashi Shimada, captures crucial photographs of wild birds in Oceania. This episode of Shimada filmed in high-definition, focuses on the rare and fascinating Birds of Paradise in New Guinea and their beautiful yet humorous courtship behavior. In yellow, red, and hybrid orange, the long-feathered Greater Bird of Paradise and Raggiana Bird of Paradise dance together in the air. The Paradise Riflebird with its distinctive jet-black body and long blue feathers lives deep in the jungle. The program captures splendid images of the Magnificent Bird of Paradise's courtship dance that's never been seen on film before. Shimada's brilliant camera work creates the supreme art of nature..
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tadashi Shimada
- Original Title
- Birds from the Gods
- Country of Origin
- Papua New Guinea
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- NHK
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tadashi Shimada
Department Leadership Roster
Tadashi Shimada
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Birds from the Gods.
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What is Birds from the Gods about?
A Japanese animal photographer, Tadashi Shimada, captures crucial photographs of wild birds in Oceania. This episode of Shimada filmed in high-definition, focuses on the rare and fascinating Birds of Paradise in New Guinea and their beautiful yet humorous courtship behavior. In yellow, red, and hybrid orange, the long-feathered Greater Bird of Paradise and Raggiana Bird of Paradise dance together in the air. The Paradise Riflebird with its distinctive jet-black body and long blue feathers lives deep in the jungle. The program captures splendid images of the Magnificent Bird of Paradise's courtship dance that's never been seen on film before. Shimada's brilliant camera work creates the supreme art of nature..
Who directed Birds from the Gods?
Birds from the Gods was directed by Tadashi Shimada.
Who stars in Birds from the Gods?
The principal cast of Birds from the Gods includes Tom Clarke Hill.
When was Birds from the Gods released and how long is it?
Birds from the Gods was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 52m.