Directed by James DeLisio (2025) | 3 minutes
The second film in a trilogy of works which observe ecosystems bordering urban San Diego. A flock of Cliff Swallows oscillates between their nest along the Interstate 5 Freeway, and the San Dieguito River. I attempt to explore the rhythms of their flight, and the border between the concrete and the estuary with a camera.
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"In time for the Spring Migration our March issue focuses on stories about birds—whether through sight or sound. From whispered wings in the canopy to spectral calls in the night, birds are messengers, omens, and keepers of histories we have yet to decode. Some of these films may also serve as cautionary tales, told from a bird’s-eye perspective, warning us about the uncertain future of our planet. Others may explore our grounded, human gaze—looking up, searching for meaning in flight. How do birds see us? How do we listen to them?" - Labocine, "Birds on Record"
SCREENINGS
USC Eco Film + Media Arts Festival | Los Angeles, CA | February 2025
Labocine: Birds on Record | Online | March 2025
National Film Festival for Talented Youth (Jury Award Nominee: Best Experimental) | Seattle, WA | April 2025