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Pigeons in the Square

1982 · 27 min Documentary
6.2 / 10 · TMDB

An enthusiastic grandfather sits with children in a Parisian park talking about pigeons. First. their physical appearance—eye, wings and tail, and color—and their varieties. Then, he encourages the children to imitate their walk. He points out courtship and mating rituals, then provides an illustrated discussion of how they eat. This section is punctuated by a flock of pigeons fighting over a small, hard ball each wants to eat; the narrator's describes it as if it were a soccer match. He concludes with a discussion of pigeons taking off, landing, and flying; he uses slow motion and stop-time photography to show his audience.

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Original Title Les pigeons du square
Year 1982
Country France
Genre Documentary
Director Jean Painlevé
Runtime 27 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.2/10 (16 votes)

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The film constructs a gentle, observational study of urban nature through the lens of childhood wonder. It relies on the grandfather's enthusiastic guidance to transform ordinary pigeon behavior into a series of small marvels, exploring flight, ritual, and community.

What lingers after viewing is a sense of quiet appreciation for the mundane drama unfolding in every city square. It’s a charming reminder to observe the world with patient, curious eyes — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Jean Painlevé

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Perfect for a quiet afternoon, best enjoyed with a child or a nostalgic heart.

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