SUPERBIRDS – THE SECRET LIFE OF TITS (MDR, SWR, ARTE)
„THE SECRET LIFE OF TITS“ oder „Kleine Meise ganz groß“
ALTAYFILM Coproduction with MDR, SWR and ARTE
Distributed by Albatross World Sales.
50/45 minutes, Delivered in 2022
Regie: Yann Sochaczewski
We see Great tits everyday, yet barely notice them. But once we do we are enchanted by their charisma and versatility. Tits are among our most beloved birds and are unique in many ways. But how well do we really know them? This film takes us into the entertaining and dangerous world of these little birds right at our doorstep to unveil their secrets…
Tits have amazing qualities: they can defeat whole armies of caterpillars. They are daring acrobats and clever social networkers. As intelligent communicators, they can use their song like a language. Tits are caring, forward-thinking and above all – highly adaptable. A recipe for success – but not their only one! Some Great tits even have an „explorer gene“ that opens up distant worlds to them.
This story follows a young male Great tit that embarks on a journey of a lifetime and discovers what it takes for such a small, feathered creature to survive in a world full of dangers and changes. Short thematic excursions to some of our little tit’s relatives in other parts of the world will give us a broader picture and take us closer to a surprisingly diverse tit cosmos. Captivating and intimate stories of a tits life show us what happens around us million times every year – and yet often remains hidden from our eyes. From daily problems, neighborhood disputes to jealousy dramas this film will reveal the magical and challenging world of tits and bring a colorful mix of information, fun and fascination to the TV screens.