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Independent Lens | THE WILD PARROTS OF TELEGRAPH HILL | PBS

Duration: 04:13

THE WILD PARROTS OF TELEGRAPH HILL tells the true story of a bohemian St. Francis and his remarkable relationship with a flock of wild red and green parrots. Former street musician and San Francisco dharma bum Mark Bittner falls in with the flock as he searches for meaning in his life, unaware that the parrots will bring him everything he seeks.

THE WILD PARROTS OF TELEGRAPH HILL premieres Tuesday, May 29 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Terrence Howard, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide.

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Post Date: April 17, 2007