Birdlime
Evan DeRushie
Canada, 2017, 11 min.
This film is family friendly.
AIFF Award Winner:
Best Animated Short
Birdlime is the name for a sticky substance, usually made from holly bark or mistletoe, which is spread on branches to trap wild birds intended for export or trade. The film observes one bird who barely manages to escape this industry, yet remains trapped in a cage and surrounded by unfamiliar sounds and un-birdlike creatures.
Director's Statement
This film explores the effect of the media on our perception of animal ownership- specifically in the exotic bird-trade industry.
Category: Animation, Award Winner.
Themes: World Cinema.
Friday, April 28
The Screening Room
9:45pm
More in Animation
-
Where the Deer Sleep
Matt Udvari
United States, 2025, 12 min.When her mother tragically dies, a girl named Zoe embarks on a physical journey through the five stages of grief. Through encounters with several forest... more ›
-
BRIDGE -My Little Friends-
Kazuyuki Ishihara
2024, 9 min.Jin, the cat, promises to take Mugi to meet Shiro at the Rainbow Bridge!... more ›
-
Mutual Tides
Christian Gregg
United States, 2024, 7 min.This film follows the budding friendship between a Sea Creature and a Deep Sea Diver, and explores the question what happens to companions when the... more ›