H is for Hawk

The film will chronicle the true story of Helen Macdonald (Foy), who loses her well-regarded photojournalist father (Gleeson) to a heart attack. With her world plunged into deep sorrow, Helen finds unexpected comfort in the feathery company of a stubborn northern goshawk named Mabel. She has practiced falconry for many years and takes on the challenge of training a young goshawk, which turns out to be her guiding light through the grieving process. Her journey and unique bond with Mabel reintroduce her to the beauty of life and the natural world.
  • Genre: Drama

Welsh Connections

  • Producer / Executive Producer: John Giwa-Amu
  • Filming Locations: Wales

Other Key Production Details

  • Director: Philippa Lowthorpe
  • Producer / Exec Producer: Lena Headey
  • Writer: Emma Donoghue, Helen MacDonald
  • Principal Cast: Claire Foy, Brendan Gleeson

Technical Details

  • Language: English
  • Certificate: Check with rights holder

Release

  • Date: 2025 to be confirmed
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