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Sparrow

Country: New Zealand, Language: English, 15 mins

  • Director: Welby Ings
  • Writer: Welby Ings
  • Producer: Robin Murphy

CGiii Comment

Stunning...absolutely stunning.

The music, the design, everything is pitch perfect. And then there's the story...a heartbreak. 


Trailer...

Sparrow teaser from Welby Ings on Vimeo.

The(ir) Blurb...

Sparrow is the beautiful story of a small boy who is teased because he thinks he can fly. When a family myth about his war veteran grandfather is exploded, he discovers the strength to stand up to the bullies in a very unusual way.

Cast & Characters

Paul Glover as Stan;
Reuben Turner as Kiwi Soldier;
Paul Trimmer as Contemptuous NZ Soldier;
Matthew Arbuckle as Gordon;
Merrick Rillstone as Jim