In this tragic comedy an old man lives alone on a tiny island in the middle of the ocean. For almost half a century he is the warden of a bird sanctuary. One day he receives notice that his post will be closed down. His happy life – in and with nature – comes to an abrupt ending. The dismissed warden doesn’t want to leave and fights back in his own way.
An almost solo film with Freek de Jonge.
Trailer in english
Nominated for best production design and sound design 2020 and the prize of the Dutch Movie Critics.
Producers Keyfilm – complete cast and crew list.