Why Birds Sing
2007, English. Directed by Archie Powell.
Inspired by musician and eco-philosopher David Rothenberg's book of the same title, this documentary explores the intriguing, charming, complex and often conflicting theories on why birds sing like they do and why humans are so attracted to the sound. The film features contributions from musicians including Laurie Anderson, Jarvis Cocker and Beth Orton; enlightening and often startling analysis from some of the world's most eminent birdsong scientists; a literary guide to birdsong in poetry; a bizarre birdsong-themed art 'happening'; the creation of a new musical composition from the Afro-Celt Sound System, entirely made up of manipulated birdsongs; and a strange musical duet at New York's Bronx Aviary, featuring humans and birds.
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- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- 19 June 2007
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- United Kingdom
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Why Birds Sing isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 June 2007. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
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Who directed Why Birds Sing?
Why Birds Sing (2007) was directed by Archie Powell and stars Jarvis Cocker, Laurie Anderson, Beth Orton.