The Godwit was here (2024)

The Godwit was here (2024) poster

Bote de Boer, a farmer in Tjerkwerd in Southwest Friesland, is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the black-tailed godwit. This meadow bird is a rare sight in Friesland, yet it keeps returning to his farm, in large numbers at that. The farm is not doing well: the cow shed and tractor need replacing. They need cash, but the bank is not impressed by the godwits: they want to see healthy annual figures. “Everyone loves the birds on our land,” Astrid, Bote’s wife, says. “But nobody wants to pay for them.” While the farming family tries to survive, the same goes for the godwits.

Director: Barbara Makkinga
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 103 min
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Language: Nederlands
Original Language: fy
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Godwit was here about?
Bote de Boer, a farmer in Tjerkwerd in Southwest Friesland, is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the black-tailed godwit. This meadow bird is a rare sight in Friesland, yet it keeps returning to his farm, in large numbers at that. The farm is not doing well: the cow shed and tractor need replacing. They need cash, but the bank is not impressed by the godwits: they want to see healthy annual figures. “Everyone loves the birds on our land,” Astrid, Bote’s wife, says. “But nobody wants to pay for them.” While the farming family tries to survive, the same goes for the godwits.
Who directed The Godwit was here?
The Godwit was here was directed by Barbara Makkinga.
How long is The Godwit was here?
The Godwit was here has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
What genre is The Godwit was here?
The Godwit was here is a Documentary film.