When a talking Mynah bird escapes from a local pet shop in Topeka, Kansas, an otherwise beautiful day in Midway USA goes topsy-turvy as a young truant defies his school and his parents to search for the bird and for answers. Cruising through town on his 70’s chopper bicycle, young John is stopped short on his way to school by an encounter with a talking bird. This experience starts him on an unexpected journey through the capital city that ultimately leads through Gage Park (apparently a popular gathering place for truant children) to the Menninger Psychiatric Clinic where he has a private meeting with Dr. Karl. Meanwhile John’s older brother’s deft pursuit of a blond Washburn co-ed results in a lakeside frolic and a rather dangerous looking sailboat ride. Packed with Topeka scenery, local hotspots, an unsettling Air Force scene, and an endless stream of discordant 70’s mood music, Topeka is a People Place showcases the best of Topeka while it follows John on his quest for the talking bird. Will John find the bird? Will anyone, including Dr. Karl, believe him? Watch this Topeka short film to find out. Brought to you by the producers of You Asked About Topeka.
When a talking Mynah bird escapes from a local pet shop in Topeka, Kansas, an otherwise beautiful day in Midway USA goes topsy-turvy as a young truant defies his school and his parents to search for the bird and for answers. Cruising through town on his 70’s chopper bicycle, young John is stopped short on his way to school by an encounter with a talking bird. This experience starts him on an unexpected journey through the capital city that ultimately leads through Gage Park (apparently a popular gathering place for truant children) to the Menninger Psychiatric Clinic where he has a private meeting with Dr. Karl. Meanwhile John’s older brother’s deft pursuit of a blond Washburn co-ed results in a lakeside frolic and a rather dangerous looking sailboat ride. Packed with Topeka scenery, local hotspots, an unsettling Air Force scene, and an endless stream of discordant 70’s mood music, Topeka is a People Place showcases the best of Topeka while it follows John on his quest for the talking bird. Will John find the bird? Will anyone, including Dr. Karl, believe him? Watch this Topeka short film to find out. Brought to you by the producers of You Asked About Topeka.