The Aviary
The Aviary

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The Aviary

2005
Movie
85 min
English

The life of a flight attendant is glamorous and exciting, but as The Aviary follows Summer Pozzi from city to city we discover that when the uniform comes off, things can get very complicated.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: David M. RosenthalGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disturbed man kidnaps his ex-girlfriend and locks her in a soundproof room, intending to cure her of her alleged nymphomania by forcing her through a brutal psychological and physical ordeal. As he executes his plan, the woman begins to fight back, leading to a tense struggle for survival.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its disturbing themes and graphic content as problematic, though some performances were acknowledged. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding the subject matter too intense or bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors.

  • Criticized for its gratuitous violence and uncomfortable subject matter.

  • Some found the psychological thriller elements effective, while others felt it was gratuitously bleak.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews and ratings for 'The Aviary' is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's intense subject matter and graphic nature led to it being considered controversial and difficult for many viewers to watch.

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