Birds of Paradise
Poland2025animated8'National Competition
Somewhere in the middle of nowhere, little black birds are building an island out of their own celebrations. They live there happily and in a carefree manner. However, when a mysterious object is washed ashore, the everyday life of the bird community begins to falter. The new, colourful world is tempting and fascinating, but it also divides and leads to conflict. Will the flock adapt to the changes or will their world be destroyed? ‘Bird of Paradise’ is a perverse tale about harmony and habits, and about the thin line between progress and chaos.
- directed by
- Tomek Ducki
(aka Dr. Tamás János Ducki) is a Polish-Hungarian director born in Budapest. He studied animation at the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design in Budapest and the National Film and Television School in the UK. He lives and works in Poland, developing projects in collaboration with local artists and producers. His unique visual language is strongly influenced by both the Polish and Hungarian schools of poster art and animation. This distinctive style is characterized by a blend of various techniques, a hypnotic use of color, and compelling storytelling. His best-known works include the award-winning short films Life Line and Baths, as well as animated music videos for artists such as Basement Jaxx, Zhu, and the Polish musician Igo.
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