The Pigeon Lady

Animated picture of a pigeon sitting on a bench. Scratched onto the back of the bench it says 'The Pigeon Lady'Charlotte Nugent

The Pigeon lady is a meet-cute of a lonely older lady and an urban pigeon that is treated with disrespect and disgust within the city. The story contrasts the life of  the lady,  before and after her companionship with the pigeon. It shows the beauty in the everyday routine of the companionship. The aim of this animation is to break stereotypes set by the media surrounding pigeons and ageism within cinema. It was influenced by a fascination and love for pigeons.