Hermann Heinzel Ornithologist (1990)

There's something almost magical about the opening scenes of this short feature as the eponymous ornithologist opens the palm of his hand to reveal an egg, then a tiny newborn chick then we are introduced to a brief glimpse into the world that fascinates him. Nesting birds and birds in full flight, those tiny and those quite capable of having his arm off all paint a few short quotes from a relaxed Heinzel who in turn sketches images of these remarkably friendly creatures that consist of detailed images and colours. It's has the feel of a trailer for a longer form documentary from Jacques Mitsch as there is clearly much more in the can then we see here for five minutes.