Skyward

Skyward follows a family of Canada geese from birth to first-flight and records the elegance of these birds in extraordinary slow-motion flying sequences. Filmed in the Canadian wilderness, the story of the geese is woven into a tapestry of vignettes that document humankind’s longtime fascination with birds and flight. Skyward dramatizes our attempts to imitate winged flight, modern society’s effect on the fragile habitat of wild birds and the conservation efforts being made to rescue endangered species. The film features conservation work with Brown pelicans by Ralph Heath and the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, coverage of Englands "Birdman Rally" flying contest and aerial footage of the Canadian Forces' "Snowbirds" aerobatic flying team.