When Black Birds Fly

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"The newest animated film from the creators of Where the Dead Go to Die"
  • NR
  • 2016
  • 1 hr 45 min
  • 5.7  (343)

When Black Birds Fly is a 2015 animated horror movie that takes place in a dystopian world called Heavensfield. The film is directed by Jimmy ScreamerClauz, who is also the creator of the movie's animation and music. The film tells the story of a young boy named Tommy. Tommy lives in a town where all of the residents are required to wear masks, but he is different than the others. He is able to see through the masks and into the faces of the people underneath them. This makes him an outcast, a target for ridicule and persecution.

Tommy's world is turned upside down when he meets a mysterious entity known as the Glitch. The Glitch reveals to Tommy that the world he lives in is not what it seems. In fact, it is a construct made by an evil entity known as the Great One.

The Great One has created Heavensfield to control its inhabitants and feed off of their fear and suffering. The Glitch convinces Tommy to help him overthrow the Great One and free the people of Heavensfield.

As Tommy and the Glitch journey deeper into Heavensfield, they encounter a host of strange and terrifying creatures. They also come to realize that the people of Heavensfield are not as innocent as they seem. In fact, they are complicit in their own oppression, willingly sacrificing their own children to keep the Great One appeased.

The film uses animation that is heavily influenced by the grotesque style of Max Fleischer, whose cartoons from the 1930s and 1940s featured distorted and exaggerated characters. The animation in When Black Birds Fly is intentionally rough and choppy, giving it a raw feel that is both unsettling and intriguing.

The film's story is a commentary on the dangers of blind obedience and conformity. The people of Heavensfield are so afraid of standing out that they willingly put on masks and sacrifice their own children to appease a malevolent entity. It is only when Tommy and the Glitch arrive that the people of Heavensfield are forced to confront the truth of their existence.

One of the most striking things about When Black Birds Fly is its use of sound. The film is full of discordant noises and jarring sound effects that are designed to create a sense of unease in the viewer. The music is also unsettling, with eerie choral chants and electronic drones that add to the film's ominous atmosphere.

Overall, When Black Birds Fly is a fascinating and disturbing movie that is not for everyone. Its rough animation and dark subject matter make it an acquired taste, but for those who can appreciate its unique style and message, it is a truly unforgettable experience.

When Black Birds Fly is a 2016 science fiction movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.7.

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  • Release Date
    2016
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 45 min
  • IMDB Rating
    5.7  (343)