The Ornithologist
Alternative title: O Ornitólogo

Directed by João Pedro Rodrigues

Fernando, an ornithologist, navigates a surreal journey in a dark forest after being rescued by Chinese pilgrims, searching for elusive black storks amidst eerie encounters.
The Ornithologist is a strange, beautiful and deliberately elusive film that turns one man’s birdwatching expedition into a surreal spiritual journey through desire, danger and Catholic imagery. João Pedro Rodrigues’ visual imagination makes the film fascinating even when its symbolism remains mysterious.

The Ornithologist

Alternative title: O Ornitólogo

Directed by João Pedro Rodrigues

Fernando, an ornithologist, navigates a surreal journey in a dark forest after being rescued by Chinese pilgrims, searching for elusive black storks amidst eerie encounters.

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The Ornithologist is a strange, beautiful and deliberately elusive film that turns one man’s birdwatching expedition into a surreal spiritual journey through desire, danger and Catholic imagery. João Pedro Rodrigues’ visual imagination makes the film fascinating even when its symbolism remains mysterious.