Birds of Passage

Generations of tradition. Consumed by greed.

2019 | 14A | Colombia | Ciro Guerra, Cristina Gallego | English, Español | 125 minutes

Ottawa Premiere the Week of March 15th!

During the marijuana bonanza, a violent decade that saw the origins of drug trafficking in Colombia, Rapayet and his indigenous family get involved in a war to control the business that ends up destroying their lives and their culture.

Chicago International Film Fest – Best Art Direction, and Cinematography award winner!
Havana Film Fest – Best Film award winner!
Lima Latin American Film Fest – Best Director jury prize award winner!

Grade A! “A Colombian crime saga masterpiece…This is an absolutely extraordinary film.” (The Playlist)

5 Stars! “that rare sort of modern classic that feels as if it’s been around forever. Sure to become one of the year’s most celebrated releases.” (The Irish Times)

During the marijuana bonanza, a violent decade that saw the origins of drug trafficking in Colombia, Rapayet and his indigenous Wayuu family get involved in a booming business of selling marijuana to American youth in the 1970s. When greed, passion and honour collide, a fratricidal war breaks out that will put their lives, culture and ancestral traditions at stake.
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