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"Donne-moi des ailes" is a true tale of innocent courage. A child risks it all to save his family of geese, by taking them across hundreds of miles. It kept me engaged throughout, and awoke in me a sense of wonder. It is heroic in a way that children of this time ought to know. Without being preachy it encourages us to act on our beliefs, and to give our children a world to inherit.

Spread Your Wings (2019), directed by Nicolas Vanier, is a charming family film that, despite its familiar subject matter, manages to captivate and engage. Based on a true story, the film follows a father and son who undertake the remarkable task of teaching a flock of endangered geese to migrate using an ultralight aircraft. From the outset, the film draws viewers in with its sweet and heartwarming narrative, and the portrayal of the connection between the characters and the animals stands out as one of its major strengths.

One of the film's most compelling aspects is the human-animal bond depicted between the father, son, and the geese. This relationship is portrayed with such authenticity and warmth that it profoundly resonates with audiences. The growth and development of this connection, alongside the challenges the characters face, highlight the emotional depth of the story. Nicolas Vanier skillfully brings this relationship to life, making it relatable and engaging for viewers.

The film's location also plays a crucial role in its success. The stunning natural landscapes depicted throughout the film not only enhance its visual appeal but also reinforce its environmental message. The pristine and picturesque settings serve as a powerful backdrop to the story, emphasizing the importance of nature conservation. This visual splendor, combined with the father and son's efforts to save the geese, underscores the deep connection between humanity and the natural world.

However, the film's music falls short of making a significant impact. While music is a key element in creating the right atmosphere for a film, it does not quite reach the level of cohesion and enhancement expected in this case. The soundtrack may leave some viewers feeling that it lacks the emotional resonance needed to fully complement the film's other elements.

The theme of the film, although engaging, is somewhat repetitive and has been explored in various ways in cinema before. Stories about saving endangered species and the bond between humans and nature are not new. Despite this, Spread Your Wings manages to remain engaging due to its heartfelt execution and attention to detail, maintaining the audience's interest throughout.

In summary, Spread Your Wings is a delightful family film that, despite some shortcomings in music and a somewhat familiar storyline, offers a heartwarming and visually captivating experience. The film's emphasis on the beautiful connection between humans and animals, paired with its stunning natural settings, makes it a touching and memorable viewing experience.

Beautiful story. And yes "C'est du cinema" So it's not entirely true but it's very entertaining.

It's interesting to see how some people call it a remake. But from what I read it is not; this is inspired from Christian Moullec a metherologis who has some concerns about birds migration's dangers in our human forever changing the world's features... I read somewhere also that the actual 'adventure' was with Flamingo...But can't retrace where my reading was from! And now what I read about Christian Moullec seems to be about wild geese...So one should be aware of what one may read.

But back to 'Cinema'; French use that term as "make believe for fun". If one needs to disect everything before being able to enjoy the main course...So be it. Else this movie may give you some happy hours. At least for me it did. I don't understand French any more (than English) simply because I can hear well anymore and rely on CC. But this was good enough for me as the shots were so beautiful and I think young people would enjoy it very much as well. The main story is simply uplifting and its result is well worth it.

The last comment I read here made me feel so sorry for its author. I felt he completely derailed and missed how much is good about this film.

As usual, no star for me (it's against my belief!)

The world we live in is not inherited from our ancestors, but borrowed from our children and grandchildren.

This movie is a remake of Volando libre (1996). The 1996 version, set in North America, has nicer pictures of the gooses, but is a bit slower. This 2019 version, set in Europe, dispite lacking a bit on the animal photography, has a better overall script, less emphasis on the family and character difficulties of the main hero. Both movies target a similar audience of pre-teens and young teens. It is a close score with a slight edge for the 2019 version.