Little Bird
Little Bird

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Little Bird

Movie
7 min
English

A young mother is asked a chilling question by her daughter, triggering a past trauma she once shamefully repressed.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Elias KoteasGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

After a devastating loss, a man named Nicky embarks on a road trip across the country in a beat-up car. He encounters a series of strangers and odd jobs, each interaction pushing him further into an existential journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he grapples with his past, his identity, and the fragile nature of human connection.

Critical Reception

Little Bird received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its unique atmosphere and Koteas's directorial debut, others found its pacing and narrative structure to be uneven. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with many appreciating its artistic ambition and emotional depth, while some found it too abstract or slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric visuals and ambitious directorial debut.

  • Critiqued for its meandering plot and slow pacing.

  • Noted for its raw emotional performances, particularly from the lead.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and varied, with some appreciating the film's artistic merit and emotional undertones, while others expressed confusion regarding the plot's direction.

Fun Fact

Elias Koteas, primarily known as an actor, made his directorial debut with 'Little Bird'.

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