The Little Birds
The Little Birds

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The Little Birds

1974
Movie
37 min
Spanish

An elderly couple in Madrid each buy a pet bird. Weirdness abounds

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Alain TannerGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, Lily, finds herself increasingly isolated and disillusioned in Geneva, Switzerland. She drifts through relationships and various jobs, struggling to find meaning and connection. The film explores her search for identity and freedom against a backdrop of social and personal alienation.

Critical Reception

The Little Birds received a mixed but generally positive reception, with critics often highlighting its artistic direction and exploration of existential themes. While some found its pacing slow or its narrative ambiguous, others praised its nuanced portrayal of a woman's search for self in a seemingly indifferent world.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric and introspective mood.

  • Noted for its sensitive depiction of a young woman's inner turmoil.

  • Some found the plot too understated or the characters difficult to connect with.

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Fun Fact

Carole Laure, who plays the lead role of Lily, was also a singer and songwriter, and contributed to the film's soundtrack.

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