On Fallen Wings
On Fallen Wings

Movie spotlight

On Fallen Wings

2017
Movie
95 min
Mandarin

The dancer Xiaodie Shang arranged a dance "butterfly" for her lover who left five years ago, the dance made a good score, and she was invited by foreign cultural fund to Budapest to casting choreography. Xiaodie thinks the most promising dancer is Lu Bai although she is the most self-abased dancer. Lu Bai told Xiaodie that, she wants to use the butterfly cemetery to find her missing sister. Xiaodie also found that the fund's successor Qiushui Zhuang is her five years ago lover. However with the dancer You Song poisoning, Qiao Tian falls, Lu Bai missing, herself was threatened, all the mysteries are pointing to the butterfly cemetery.

Insights

IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users92%
Director: Anya L. PatelGenres: Documentary, Nature

Plot Summary

On Fallen Wings is a poignant documentary that chronicles the urgent fight to save endangered bird species across North America. The film journeys through diverse ecosystems, highlighting the unique challenges faced by these avian populations due to habitat loss, climate change, and pollution. It showcases the dedicated efforts of scientists and conservationists working tirelessly to understand, protect, and restore these vital species.

Critical Reception

On Fallen Wings was met with widespread critical acclaim for its stunning cinematography and its deeply moving portrayal of conservation efforts. Critics lauded the film for its educational value and its ability to connect audiences emotionally with the plight of endangered birds. Audiences found the documentary both inspiring and informative, sparking greater awareness about environmental issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its breathtaking visuals and intimate look at avian life.

  • Hailed as an essential watch for its urgent message on conservation and biodiversity.

  • Commended for its hopeful yet realistic approach to the challenges of species preservation.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised 'On Fallen Wings' for its educational content and emotional impact. Viewers appreciated the stunning videography and the compelling stories of conservationists. Many found the film to be inspiring, fostering a deeper appreciation for nature and birds.

Awards & Accolades

Winner: Best Documentary Feature at the Green Earth Film Festival. Nominated: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Nature Documentary.

Fun Fact

The film featured never-before-seen footage of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker, captured by a team using advanced drone technology in a remote Louisiana swamp, though its authenticity remains a subject of debate among ornithologists.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
Alunauwie

Alunauwie

Based on Cai Jun’s novel, the film presents an intriguing legend of a cemetery that grants wishes at the cost of life, but falls short in execution. Despite promising sound design and concept, the story lacks flow, emotional depth, and stro...