The Birds Who Fear Death

When a father leaves his inheritance to a remote band of indigenous people (The Birds), two brothers embark on a journey to try and reclaim what they believe is rightfully theirs only to discover that there is more to reclaim than money. Their quest unveils not only the truth about their father, but forces the brothers (played by Adam Beach and Simon Baker) to face their deep rooted connection to The Birds and their place amongst it's people.

This is a wonderfully shot film and a stunningly beautiful Alberta backdrop adds to the ever present theme of the fragility of the land and the people whose history, lives and future depend on it. Filmmaker, writer, and director, Sanjay Patel has given us a thoughtful, and surprisingly timely film. It is wonderfully cast with note worthy performances by Beach and Baker, as well as Carmen Moore (as Sharon) and Canadian film legend Graham Greene (as Chief Ed).

Well worth watching, this is a gem of a film!