Igor & The Cranes' Journey

This moving and poetic exploration of childhood, loneliness, and friendship defies age to appeal to film lovers of all ages. In the aftermath of his parents’ divorce, 11-year-old Igor relishes visits with his father—a scientific bird watcher in the Russian countryside. After Igor witnesses the birth of a baby crane, who he names Karl, his world is turned upside-down when his mother announces they are moving to Israel to start a new life. His new school is an alienating place, but he takes solace in tracking the migration of Karl and the family of cranes from Eastern Europe to Israel—an experience that finally brings the estranged father and son closer together. An engaging and heartwarming film, Igor & The Cranes' Journey demonstrates that, with a little perseverance and ingenuity, we can all help inspire change.