Brewster McCloud
Brewster McCloud

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Brewster McCloud

1971
Movie
105 min
English

Brewster is an owlish, intellectual boy who lives in a fallout shelter of the Houston Astrodome. He has a dream: to take flight within the confines of the stadium. Brewster tells those he trusts of his dream, but displays a unique way of treating others who do not fit within his plans.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users77%
Director: Robert AltmanGenres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Brewster McCloud is a young man who believes he has the ability to fly. Living in a bomb shelter beneath the Houston Astrodome, he works on his flying skills with the help of his protector, the mysterious and seductive Louise. As Brewster hones his uncanny ability, he finds himself pursued by a deadly lawman and caught between the surreal inhabitants of his bizarre world.

Critical Reception

Robert Altman's 'Brewster McCloud' was met with a mixed but generally intrigued reception. Critics often lauded its eccentric style, dark humor, and unique visual flair, characteristic of Altman's directorial vision. While some found its surrealism and unconventional narrative challenging, others praised its originality and Bud Cort's breakout performance. Audiences were divided, with some embracing its quirky charm and others finding it too bizarre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surreal and darkly comedic tone.

  • Bud Cort's quirky performance as the titular character was a standout.

  • Appreciated for its unique visual style and unconventional narrative.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciate 'Brewster McCloud' for its originality and its distinctive, quirky sense of humor. Many find the film's surreal elements and its offbeat characters to be compelling and memorable, although some find the narrative to be a bit too unconventional or strange.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Houston, Texas, and famously utilizes the Houston Astrodome as a central setting, including the underground areas.

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Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

Some movies simply defy description. So it is with this 1970 cult classic from director Robert Altman, a multifaceted offering that combines a diverse array of seemingly unrelated, but skillfully blended story threads that make for a quirky...