Dream of Birds

Friday, July 31 - Thursday, August 6, 2026

This short film screens daily July 31-August 6, 2026 at 11:00am, with WILD INSIDE. Purchase tickets here.

A unique study led by Argentine physicist Gabriel Mindlin explores a common species of sparrows that use song in its ritual courtship (and even sing in their dreams.) While tracing how their melodies change over the years, he notes some falling into disuse. Through mathematical models, Gabriel and his team attempt to reintroduce the lost melodies, raising questions about the power of music and the rituals of love—not only among birds, but also in the rhythms that shape human relationships.

A Sandbox Films and Infinite Sums production, with Guardian Documentaries.

 

• Country Argentina
• Running Time 14 minutes
• Distributor Sandbox Films
• Director Martín Benchimol

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