Awaiting Birds

While facing his mother’s illness, Oliver (7) clings to his aunt Paloma (26), projecting on her the fantasy of a new mother. As their bond grows, Paloma begins to develop an unwanted maternal instinct, while the birds announce an early farewell.

Director: Sofía Quirós
Runtime: 90 min
Production: STÆR, Sputnik Films, Murillo Cine, Promenades Films, Vulcana Cinema, El Viaje Films
Country: Costa Rica, Argentina, France, Spain, Norway, Brazil
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Sofía Quirós

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Awaiting Birds about?
While facing his mother’s illness, Oliver (7) clings to his aunt Paloma (26), projecting on her the fantasy of a new mother. As their bond grows, Paloma begins to develop an unwanted maternal instinct, while the birds announce an early farewell.
Who directed Awaiting Birds?
Awaiting Birds was directed by Sofía Quirós.
How long is Awaiting Birds?
Awaiting Birds has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
Where was Awaiting Birds produced?
Awaiting Birds was produced in Costa Rica, Argentina, France, Spain, Norway, Brazil.