Music for an Owl is an animated film in which, during the four seasons, a striking picture of the animal life in an old Gothic church is sketched. The decaying church is gradually being restored throughout the film. As the restoration progresses, the seasons pass and the animal life in and around the old church changes. Central to the film is the story of an owl and her two babies who live in the church. The film concludes as the restored church is festively opened.