Fly, Kite Fly
Synopsis
The black kite, generally referred to as āthe eagleā in Taiwan, used to be very widespread and so common that it is the main character in a well-known Taiwanese childrenās game. However, it has now become so rare that very few people ever get to see it. SHEN Zhen-zhong, better known as āMr. Kiteā who vowed to safeguard this endangered bird, is determined that he spent the best 20 years of his life traveling throughout Taiwan to find out why the black kite is disappearing. From 1992 to 2015, the film documentary maker LIANG Chieh-te followed Mr. Kiteās journey. Through his camera lenses, the story of how, one person can cross the species barrier and totally devote himself to a cause with no regrets because of love.
Where to watch
Not currently available to stream in United States.
