Screening
Asian New Force Finalist
The Wayward Bird
Lee Seung Jae
South Korea / 28'15'' / In Korean with English subtitles
Sangjae, a janitor at a university, finds solace in birdwatching, his one and only hobby. But when a new campus building goes up, its glass facade becomes a death trap for migratory birds. One day, he notices Tom, an older janitor, quietly placing stickers on the windows to prevent more fatal collisions.
Officially selected for the ‘Korean Cinema’ section at the Jeonju International Film Festival 2025, the film has been recognized for its poignant storytelling and social resonance. It also gained international attention as a ‘Short Film Market Pick’ at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2026, proving its universal appeal beyond borders.
Officially selected for the ‘Korean Cinema’ section at the Jeonju International Film Festival 2025, the film has been recognized for its poignant storytelling and social resonance. It also gained international attention as a ‘Short Film Market Pick’ at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival 2026, proving its universal appeal beyond borders.
