The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill (2005): Ratings
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill is a 2005 documentary directed by Judy Irving. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes. Critics gave it 80 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 23m (83 min)
- Director
- Judy Irving
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Shadow Distribution
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill About?
The premise of The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill without spoilers.
In the heart of San Francisco, a vibrant flock of wild South American parrots thrives. Mark Bittner, a homeless musician, discovers a sense of belonging among these colorful birds, forming a unique connection through music and attentive care. He comes to know each parrot's distinct personality, prompting a reflection on the connection between humans and animals. Bittner’s peaceful existence is disrupted when circumstances force him to leave his feathered companions, leading to a poignant farewell.
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill Themes & Keywords
· 38 tags- title directed by female
- san francisco history
- parrot
- city
- musician
- nature
- urban setting
- city council
- breeding
- pet store
- urban legend
- observation
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- virus
- vacuuming
- bohemian life
- pigeon
- reference to jack kerouac
- cable car
- hippie
- beatnik
- north beach
- reference to allen ginsberg
- golden gate bridge
- latte
- newspaper
- italian woman
- cafe
- flowers
- animal care
- human animal relationship
- feeding birds
- wild animal
- wildlife
- homelessness
- hawk
- death of pet
- bird
- san francisco california
The Director of The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill
Directed by Judy Irving.
- Director Judy Irving
More from Judy Irving
One more film directed by Judy Irving: Pelican Dreams.
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill 80 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.
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IMDb 7.8 /10
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Metacritic 80 Metascore
User score 4.6
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The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill FAQ: Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill?
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
When was The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill released?
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill was released on February 11, 2005.
Who directed The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill?
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill was directed by Judy Irving.
More films by Judy Irving How is The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill rated?
The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill has 7.8/10 on IMDb and 80 on Metacritic.
Does The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill have a post-credit scene?
No. The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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