Subtle, nuanced and absorbing, Lance Edmandsâ directorial debut âBluebirdâ is a remarkable first feature and wise beyond his and its years. Carefully shot, well-observed and featuring terrific performances from an excellent slate of experienced, yet largely unknown actors (aside from the âMad Menâ and HBO stars), âBluebirdâ is an affecting and moving examination of family, mothers, connectedness and the ripple effect of tragic consequences.