Movie Description

Birdman of Alcatraz

(1962)

Overview

After killing a prison guard, convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement. Driven nearly mad by loneliness and despair, Stroud's life gains new meaning when he happens upon a helpless baby sparrow in the exercise yard and nurses it back to health. Despite having only a third grade education, Stroud goes on to become a renowned ornithologist and achieves a greater sense of freedom and purpose behind bars than most people find in the outside world.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleBirdman of Alcatraz

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1962-07-04

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 02h 27m

Budget₹ 2650000

Revenue₹ 3100000

Production CompaniesNorma Productions,United Artists

Genres

  • Drama
  • Crime