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| The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill | 
| Actor: Mark Bittner
Studio: DOCURAMA
Category: DVD
List Price: $26.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  151 reviews
Sales Rank: 9578
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Surround Sound
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Running Time: 83 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: 9693
ISBN: 0767085973
UPC: 767685969335
EAN: 9780767085977
ASIN: B000BB1534
Theatrical Release Date: 2004
Release Date: December 26, 2005
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 More than just another documentary October 5, 2007
Most animal documentaries tend to focus on the well, "animals". In this movie, we have more than a documentary, we have some bordering on a real life soup opera with BOTH a human character and wild parrots sharing the limelight equally. Mark Bittner is just as much a storyline in this film, as the parrots. The interweaving between the two is quite interesting and as an added bonus must documentaries don't really entertain, but this one does.
I saw The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill during its initial theatrical release and then again on DVD. The extra features on the DVD are also quite interesting, and greatly add to the editted feature film version. Unfortunately, these "extras" are probably not included in the downloadable version. Then again, the cost of a downloaded is significantly less than the DVD at retail store prices.
Regardless of version, we don't get to have a widescreen format in which to view this movie. Make no mistake, this movie was made on a shoestring budget, but the results are surprisingly satisfying nevertheless.
The birds' human benefactor, Mark Bittner is sort of upbeat spinoff of the Birdman of Alcataras. He is really the star of this movie, and the roust-a-bout flock green parrots his on-off again sidekicks against the backdrop of the San Francisco urban landscape. The cast of characters, all borderline homeless, are certainly not in any great despair, and in fact seem to happily coexistence and thrive from their apparent outcastness.
In conclusion, this is a unusually entertaining "documentary" that will engage the viewer on several fronts, and does in fact have what can best be described as a "surprise" but certainly happy ending. Those naturally drawn to an improbably altruistic, forlorn member of society, lovingly caring for fanciful flock of colorful, uniformly indistinquishable, yet diversely individualistic birds, will be delighted by this movie.
The Wild Parrots October 5, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was amazed seeing wild parrots flying all over even in Southern California. But after seeing this movie, it opened up my eyes in learning that the parrots have personal traits and have survival skills on their own even from being captured from the beautiful forests of South America and then thriving in an Urban life. It reminded me of the scripture Matthew 6:26 "Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns;yet your Heavenly Father feeds them, are you not of more value than they?" NKJ.
An amazing story October 1, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
A friend suggested the movie and it really struck a chord with me - the filmmaker portrays a fascinating story narrated by a suprisingly sensitive and articulate character. I liked the movie so much, I went over the city to find the parrots - I found Mark's stairway and had a chance to interact with the birds directly in a local park. See the movie first - then find Mark's web site - there's even more to the story - but don't spoil the movie by reading it first.
Parrots Movie September 29, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you are an animal lover, you will love this movie. The protagonist
caretaker identifies with these wild birds as most people identify with
their cat or dog. I don't usually watch movies twice, but this one is
a keeper.
This is wonderful film and will be known as an enduring classic. September 3, 2007
Mark Bittner shares his unique world and bond with seemingly wild and xenophobic parrots in the middle of one of the most densely populated cities.
The whole film is an honest capture and telling of dichotomy's by Judy Irving.
Irving ignores any special effects or CGI because the subject matter, the parrots, are beautiful to behold in San Francisco or their native S. American countries.
A truly poignant (and not lightly used description) of a kind hearted man who befriends wild parrots at first to nurture them but discovers they've nurtured him in a spiritual way that no other person could.
The sharing of experiences, especially of Tupelo will move you to tears and joy, this is a film that will become a well worn classic in your collection.
Thank you Mark.
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