Film adaptation of 'H wie Habicht' explores grief through falconry

The film 'H wie Habicht', an adaptation of Helen Macdonald's memoir 'H is for Hawk', follows a woman who adopts a goshawk to cope with her father's death. Directed by Clio Barnard and starring Claire Foy, the movie examines the psychological impact of grief and the challenges of training a wild bird of prey. The story is based on Macdonald's experience after her father's sudden passing, intertwining personal loss with the history of falconry and the life of writer T.H. White. The film premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and was released in German theaters on March 13, 2025. Reviews highlight Foy's performance and the film's meditative tone, though some critics note its slow pacing. The adaptation stays faithful to the memoir's emotional depth while translating its introspective narrative to the screen.