Bird
dir. Andrea Arnold · 2024
The struggle for connection and understanding in the face of neglect is a fundamental part of growing up.
Bailey, a 12-year-old girl, navigates the complexities of her life in a squat with her indifferent father and older brother. As she seeks adventure and connection outside her fractured family, the film immerses you in her world of fleeting moments and quiet desperation, capturing the essence of childhood innocence amidst urban decay.
12-year-old Bailey lives with her single dad Bug and brother Hunter in a squat in North Kent. Bug doesn’t have much time for his kids, and Bailey, who is approaching puberty, seeks attention and adventure elsewhere.
Talking points
- the impact of parental absence on children
- the search for identity in adolescence
- the role of environment in shaping youth
- the complexities of sibling relationships
