After losing her beloved father, Helen finds herself saved by an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel. Through the bond, Helen rediscovers the beauty of being alive.

Directed by Philippa Lowthorpe

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Philippa LowthorpeDirector

Claire Foyas Helen Macdonald

Brendan Gleesonas Alisdair Macdonald

Lindsay Duncanas Mum

Denise Goughas Christina

Sam Spruellas Stuart

Emma Cunniffeas Mandy

Josh Dylanas James

Arty Froushanas Amar

Eden Hamiltonas Young Helen

Sean Kearnsas Breeder

William Chubbas Master MMiranda Bellas Master's Wife KKaty Carmichaelas Professor Campbell KKamal Simpsonas Director of Studies

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2025 · 2h · Drama

TMDB 7.2/10 (30 votes)

After losing her beloved father, Helen finds herself saved by an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel. Through the bond, Helen rediscovers the beauty of being alive.

Directed by Philippa Lowthorpe

IMDb ↗