The Night Bird
The Night Bird

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The Night Bird

1977
Movie
Adult · 18+
76 min
English

The Nite Bird is the hottest disco in town, where everyone gets down on and off the dance floor. Southside and his friends hit the streets, searching for the hottest disco girls in the Big Apple, in a never ending quest of drinking, dancing, and, of course, sex. However, Southside has lately been rethinking his life and might want something more than just gang war and disco fever sex.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Peter WernerGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, idealistic lawyer takes on the case of a woman accused of murdering her abusive husband. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a conspiracy involving powerful figures and realizes that the woman's life, and his own, are in grave danger. The lawyer must race against time to expose the truth before it's too late.

Critical Reception

The Night Bird received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with many critics praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly James Woods and Louise Fletcher. The film's suspenseful plot and exploration of dark themes were also noted, though some found the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense performances, especially from James Woods and Louise Fletcher.

  • The film's suspenseful narrative and handling of grim subject matter were generally well-received.

  • Some critics noted the film's somewhat slow pacing in certain segments.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Night Bird is not widely available through Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Despite being a made-for-television film, 'The Night Bird' gained a cult following over the years due to its strong performances and darker themes, which were somewhat unusual for television at the time.

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