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About the film
Delve into the heart of a small community as they construct a towering wooden bird, only to ceremoniously set it ablaze one winter night. The documentary follows the volunteers of the Firebird Festival as they persevere through pandemic restrictions, local government negotiations, and months of arduous building to orchestrate the cathartic festival. Through captivating visuals and intimate interviews, Firebird: Built to Burn immortalizes how this annual ritual fosters bonds of unity, resilience, and collective creativity.
Genre
Documentary
Runtime
1h 25m
Released
2023
Director
Colleen C Brady
Producer
Charlie Hudson
Awards & recognition
Poppy Jasper Film Festival
Won Director's Circle Award
DocUtah International Film Festival
Best Editing Nomination
Northeast Pennsylvania Film Festival
Won Best Director
Northeast Pennsylvania Film Festival
Won Best Cinematography
Pottstown Film Festival
Won Best Feature
Atlanta Docufest
Won Best Director
What people are saying
‘"This isn’t just a film about a festival; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of rebirth."‘
Aiden Alexander
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