Genres: Drama, War
Languages: English
Year: 1984
Vote: 7.148
Festival & Award: Cannes - Grand Prix
Birdy
The showmakers
Overview
Two young men are seriously affected by the Vietnam War. One of them has always been obsessed with birds - but now believes he really is a bird, and has been sent to a mental hospital. Can his friend help him pull through?
Indie vibes check
With backing from major studios like TriStar Pictures, this film had significant industry funding, making it a studio film rather than an indie production.