Code of the KakapoI've asked Scott to keep us all informed on Code of the Kakapo's progress and to let us know how we can get to see it once it is complete.
Over the past 30 years mankind has battled to ensure the survival the world's rarest wild parrot. The kakapo, pushed to the brink of extinction by introduced predators, is down to its last breeding population, a population plagued by infertility. The kakapo recovery team must find a cure.
Cutting edge science has broken the kakapo's genetic code and uncovered the reason for their poor hatching success. Almost all the surviving birds are descended from an inbred Stewart Island population, unable to breed with kakapo from other populations their gene pool is diminishing and if left unchecked it could be disastrous for the species.
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This film will follow the dramatic events that unfold as the recovery team battles to save the species.
I'm sure I speak for all Last Chance To See and Kakapo Parrot fans when I wish Scott the very best of luck with this very splendid and worthwhile venture.
Plus, the latest news from the Elwin Productions site is that filming is underway on Ulva Island for another film about the island, its flora and fauna. Ulva was home to Sirocco the Kakapo Parrot during this year's Kakapo Encounter.
2 comments:
I love the way the trailer is so dramatic, fast shots and powerful music, then you get to the kakapo bit and they're just stood there, scratching or chinging, with that famous look of 'serenely innocent incomprehension' :)
I can't wait to see this film, and I really hope the artificial insemination thing works. The world needs more kakapo!
Scott's website has been re-designed. The "Code of the Kakapo" trailer can now be found on the new ELWIN Productions Film Gallery page.
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