Birdmen of Istanbul

March. 07,2012      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Birdmen of Istanbul In Istanbul, aviculture evolved from hunting raptors in Ottoman times to songbird enthusiasts in the late 19th century, mainly among Greek and Armenian minorities. Today, a few residents maintain this tradition as a cultural testament.

Reviews

PiraBit
2012/03/07

if their story seems completely bonkers, almost like a feverish work of fiction, you ain't heard nothing yet.

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Plustown
2012/03/08

A lot of perfectly good film show their cards early, establish a unique premise and let the audience explore a topic at a leisurely pace, without much in terms of surprise. this film is not one of those films.

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Rosie Searle
2012/03/09

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

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Guillelmina
2012/03/10

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

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