Mother Of Chooks

A Short Documentary on chickens, and their mother.

After losing her sister, Elaine discovers a surprising new companion in a chicken named Flapper. Now, with a flock of chooks and a mission to change how people see them, she’s become a local legend, The Mother of Chooks.

(This Project is currently on it’s festival chicken run.)
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“You’re going to want a chicken after seeing this”

“Pick up a chook, look in it’s eyes and tell it you love it.”

- Elaine Janes

“A gentle and caring documentary made by a lovely mother and son duo. A special little film that will make you laugh and cry in the best of ways.”

@marcvecchio - Letterboxd

“A hilarious and surprisingly touching story of a woman and her delightful chickens. If the chicken on the beach scene does not bring you joy, then you are dead inside and I cannot help you…”

@rajkokrminac - Letterboxd

Screenings.

Thursday 10th July 2025

Doc Edge Film Festival, Auckland, The Capitol Cinema, New Zealand

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Saturday 5th July 2025

Doc Edge Film Festival, Auckland Bridgeway Cinema 3, New Zealand

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