“Birds Flying East”, interview with director Pau Durà and producer David Ciurana

On the second night of the 20th edition of London Spanish Film Festival, Fred Film Radio spoke with the creators of “Birds Flying East” or “Pájaros“, director Pau Durà and producer David Ciurana.

The filmmakers shared how the feature not only follows a physical road trip across Europe but an interior one, as two seemingly opposite individuals both clash and find connection, run away from and face their pasts.

Durà spoke about how, although the feature is not autobiographical, it is informed by his own position in life, and his desire to unpack themes around parenthood, ageing and death but with humour and lightness, through “anti-heroic”, flawed characters. The creative duo also explained how they brought together their central trio, Javier Gutiérrez, Luis Zahera and Teresa Saponangelo, and the fun they had on set, particularly with the comedic scenes. And while the shoot across borders presented endless challenges, it was also key to the storytelling.

Finally, they expressed their wish that audiences find hope in humanity in their film, despite its tragic moments.

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