
Winged Migration

The amazing odysseys of traveling birds
- 2001
- Rated G
- 1h 29m
- Documentary
Overview
This documentary follows various migratory bird species on their long journeys from their summer homes to the equator and back, covering thousands of miles and navigating by the stars. These arduous treks are crucial for survival, seeking hospitable climates and food sources. Birds face numerous challenges, including crossing oceans and evading predators, illness, and injury. Although migrations are undertaken as a community, birds disperse into family units once they reach their destinations, and every continent is affected by these migrations, hosting migratory bird species at least part of the year.
Fun facts
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Nominations
Nominated for the European Film Award for Best Documentary (2002)
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Box office
Grossed $20.2M worldwide against a $35.9M budget
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Filming locations
Filmed in Lampaul-Ploudalmézeau, Paris, Kerlouan and 4 other locations
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Music
Music by Bruno Coulais
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Olli Barbé, Bernard Lutic and 13 more
Details
- Director
- Writers
- Jean DorstScreenplay
- Jacques PerrinScreenplay
- Valentine MarvelScreenplay
- Original title
- Le Peuple migrateur
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- December 12, 2001
- Original language
- French
- Budget
- $35.9M
- Revenue
- $20.2M
- Countries
- France, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Italy
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