Documentary on SF man's relationship with flock of wild parrots returns to theaters

Twenty years after its original release, the remastered film "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" is now back on the big screen.

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Story of man's relationship with SF's wild parrots is back in theaters

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Twenty years ago, a documentary came out following Mark Bittner, a musician living on the streets of San Francisco, and his unique relationship with a flock of wild parrots.

The remastered film "The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill" is now back on the big screen.

The film is currently playing at The Roxie in San Francisco until Tuesday, January 30, before moving to other Bay Area theaters. It is also playing in several other cities across the country.

Mark Bittner himself and filmmaker Judy Irving joined ABC7 News in studio to discuss the film, 20 years later.

Details on screenings can be found here.

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