In 1998, wildlife cinematographer Nick Hayward filmed the famous lyrebird sequence for David Attenborough's The Life of Birds, in which Australia’s most creative songbird perfectly mimics the sound of a chainsaw chopping down a tree.

The bird was filmed in captivity and since then, Nick and the world of birding enthusiasts have wondered, do lyrebirds imitate sounds of human origin in the wild? And if they do, lyrebirds are they singing a sad song of human encroachment on their habitat?

In this thrilling eco-mystery, Nick and a team of scientists, sound recordists and advocates journey deep into the forest, to capture the beauty, behaviours and sounds of the elusive lyrebird. 

Set in a natural wonderland, where this exquisite forest bird has been performing its song and dance for millions of years, the film becomes a journey of self-reflection and connection, calling us to remember to live without destroying the things we love. 

Winner: Best Documentary Film, Helsinki Indie Cinema Awards

Winner: Best Nature/Wildlife/Environment Film, IndieFEST California