Winged Migration

Dirs. Jacques Cluzaud, Michel Debats, and Jacques Perrin, 2001
In English

Winged Migration immerses viewers in the captivating and often perilous journeys of migrating birds. Filmed over four years on seven continents, the filmmakers used ultra-light aircraft, helicopters, hot-air balloons, and remote-controlled cameras to capture these incredible travelers up close, showcasing their grace and determination. With minimal narration, the film relies on sweeping visuals and innovative sound design to show a world seen from above – a celebration of nature and the marvels of migration.

“WINGED MIGRATION provides such an intense vicarious experience of being a flapping airborne creature with the wind in its ears that you leave the theater feeling like an honorary member of another species.” —Stephen Holden, New York Times