Birdsong
"At once inspiring and cautionary, Seán Ronayne's journey reveals the beauty and importance of sound, and what listening can tell us about the state of our natural world."
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Birdsong is a documentary film. directed by Kathleen Harris. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Seán Ronayne
Synopsis
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that’s nearly 200 birds. Often joined by his partner Alba, he travels to some of the country’s most beautiful and remote locations to capture its most elusive species and soundscapes: the busy seabird colony of Skellig Michael; a native woodland free from road noise in the Burren; the corncrake stronghold of Tory Island; a solitary nest in the Donegal uplands. Along the way we get to know Seán, whose hypersensitivity to sound has proven both a struggle and a strength. At once inspiring and cautionary, Seán’s journey illustrates the beauty and importance of sound, and what listening can tell us about the state of our natural world.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 25, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
0h 52m
52 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Ireland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- True Films
- ARTE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdsong about?
Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that’s nearly 200 birds. Often joined by his partner Alba, he travels to s...
Who directed Birdsong?
Birdsong was directed by Kathleen Harris.
How long is Birdsong?
Birdsong has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was Birdsong released?
Birdsong was released on February 25, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Birdsong?
The main cast of Birdsong includes Seán Ronayne.