A Pocket Guide to Pigeon Watching

Adapted from Rosemary Mosco’s book and shot on 16mm and Super 8, this cinematic portrait explores New York City’s enduring relationship with pigeons. Often dismissed as “flying rats,” pigeons emerge as resilient survivalists deeply tied to the city’s history. Moving through rooftop coops, city streets, and a mosaic of New York voices, the film invites us to reconsider the pigeon, soften our gaze, and recognize that coexistence is an act of choice.