Dáire’s review
So, a god, named Kiddo, created the world and humanity, and once they had all they needed, were comfortable, she left them to their own whims. Albe to act freely. Her father, Birdman, saw the chaos and disorder, so he inspired structure and order.
In this world, we are introduced to Jerome and Cherry, who have yet to bear an heir, so the beak bothers order them to conceive within the next 101 nights, or Cherry will be punished.
Writer/Director Julia Jackman gives us a glimpse into this quirky world and delights in its oddities and eccentricities while simultaneously highlighting contemporary absurdities. The old-age and bird-themed culture shown just further exposes the patriarchal paranoia and desperation for control of both people and narratives. And the exceptional cast are able to execute on her vision, bringing it to life.
Similarly, the costumes and set design are impressive, especially when considering the limited number of locations featured during the film. Highlighting not just the importance of stories and how they can resonate and inspire, but also the particular role diverse and minority voices play, this is not one to be missed. 8/10
