The Bird in My Backyard
| The Bird in My Backyard | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ryan Wilkes |
| Produced by | Ryan Wilkes |
| Starring | Eric Pittman |
| Cinematography | Ryan Wilkes |
| Edited by | Ryan Wilkes |
| Music by | Jonathan Kawchuk |
Production company | Trochilus Films |
| Distributed by | CBC Gem |
Release date |
|
Running time | 20 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
The Bird in My Backyard is a 2024 Canadian short documentary film, written and directed by Ryan Wilkes.[1] The film profiles Eric Pittman, a retired helicopter pilot who passionately observes and films hummingbirds in his backyard.[2]
Wilkes independently released the film on YouTube in December 2024, with it subsequently being picked up for distribution on CBC Gem.[1]
The film received a Canadian Screen Award nomination for Best Short Documentary at the 13th Canadian Screen Awards in 2025.[3]
References
- ^ a b Nevada Alde, "Award-winning hummingbird documentary filmed in Victoria set to release on Boxing Day". Victoria Buzz, December 18, 2024.
- ^ Ryan Wilkes, "How I got this incredible hummingbird footage in a Victoria backyard". CBC News, December 26, 2024.
- ^ Pat Mullen, "The Tragically Hip, Okurimono Lead Canadian Screen Award Documentary Nominees". Point of View, March 26, 2025.