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Fly, Kite Fly

2015·Movie
1h 18min
88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle4
  • Scare3

Heart

Wholesome and moving

  • Wholesome8
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Dark Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, society, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

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About

The black kite, generally referred to as “the eagle” in Taiwan, used to be very widespread and so common that it is the main character in a well-known Taiwanese children’s game. However, it has now become so rare that very few people ever get to see it. SHEN Zhen-zhong, better known as “Mr. Kite” 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. Kite’s 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.
Environmental DocumentaryWildlife ConservationDedicated ActivismHuman Impact on NatureTaiwanese EcosystemSlow Burn InvestigationInspirational BiographyEcological MysteryNature's PlightHopeful Endeavor

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Is Fly, Kite Fly worth watching?

88
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Fly, Kite Fly?

1 h 18 min

Fly, Kite Fly runs 1 h 18 min.

Is Fly, Kite Fly based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Fly, Kite Fly in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in Taiwan.