The Old Lady and the Pigeons

La vieille dame et les pigeons
The Old Lady and the Pigeons
Genres: Animation, Comedy
Rating: 7.5
Year:1997
Country:CA, FR, GB
Runtime: 25min

Description:

In a small European town, a starving gendarme finds himself at wit's end as his desperate attempts to secure food from locals and tourists alike have all gone unrewarded. One day, while observing an elderly woman feeding pigeons in the park, he suddenly hatches a bizarre yet ingenious plan. Deciding to impersonate one of the birds, he concocts a makeshift costume out of discarded materials and joins the flock.What ensues is a poignant portrayal of survival, creativity, and the lengths one might go to fulfill their most basic needs. As our gendarme navigates his newfound life as a pigeon, he must contend with the complexities of his disguise - including evading predators, communicating with other birds, and adapting to the unpredictable whims of tourists and townspeople alike. Along the way, he discovers unexpected friendships and gains newfound insights into the nature of human connection and understanding. This heartwarming tale masterfully blends humor, drama, and a healthy dose of reality, ultimately revealing the true beauty found within the most unconventional of circumstances.

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