Birdy (1984)

1984 · 120 min · Drama, War

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?

Directed by Alan Parker. Starring Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron and Karen Young.

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