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In "Not All Those Who Wander," Michael Pierson, an Oceanic Society naturalist based in San Francisco, embarks on a singular mission: to find Morris, the only northern gannet in the Pacific. Totally isolated from his nearest relatives, Morris has vanished in the aftermath of severe winter storms.
Michael, a gay man disowned by his family due to his sexual orientation, shares a deep, unspoken connection with Morris - both are far from their original homes, and Michael sees his own resilience reflected in Morris's struggle to adapt to an unfamiliar and isolating environment.
Through this captivating narrative, "Not All Who Wander" explores the unique bond between a man and a bird, offering a moving testament to the powerful connection between nature and the human spirit.
With cinematography that captures the breathtaking Northern Californian coast, and an emotionally charged storyline, the film showcases the unwavering determination of a man who sees himself in an unlikely feathered friend and who ultimately finds solace in the notion that, indeed, not all those who wander…are lost.
- Runtime12 minutes
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- DirectorRhys Watkin
In "Not All Those Who Wander," Michael Pierson, an Oceanic Society naturalist based in San Francisco, embarks on a singular mission: to find Morris, the only northern gannet in the Pacific. Totally isolated from his nearest relatives, Morris has vanished in the aftermath of severe winter storms.
Michael, a gay man disowned by his family due to his sexual orientation, shares a deep, unspoken connection with Morris - both are far from their original homes, and Michael sees his own resilience reflected in Morris's struggle to adapt to an unfamiliar and isolating environment.
Through this captivating narrative, "Not All Who Wander" explores the unique bond between a man and a bird, offering a moving testament to the powerful connection between nature and the human spirit.
With cinematography that captures the breathtaking Northern Californian coast, and an emotionally charged storyline, the film showcases the unwavering determination of a man who sees himself in an unlikely feathered friend and who ultimately finds solace in the notion that, indeed, not all those who wander…are lost.
- Runtime12 minutes
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- DirectorRhys Watkin