Set in a stark, near-future Berlin, director and co-writer Li Wallis’ Flights of Reverie follows a British ornithologist who becomes consumed by the investigation of a mysterious bird virus linked to a long-lost civilisation on Easter Island. As he searches for answers, he’s pulled into a volatile conflict between militant eco-activists and rogue scientists, all racing to control what they believe is humanity’s next evolutionary leap as the environment collapses around them.
Weaving together themes of potential ecological disaster and human evolution, Wallis’ film examines humanity’s fractured relationship with the environment and questions what our future role in the natural world might be. It’s a slow-burning, atmospheric, and often surreal experience, unfolding with a dreamlike rhythm and striking, painterly visuals. The blend of science fiction, psychological thriller, and pointed political commentary melds into a cohesive, thought-provoking whole.
Flights of Reverie is visually arresting and distinctively original. It richly rewards viewers who appreciate immersive atmosphere, layered storytelling, and philosophical depth over simple, action-driven spectacle.
FLIGHTS OF REVERIE is available on Prime Video now.
