Bloody Parrot
Bloody Parrot

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Bloody Parrot

1981
Movie
89 min
Mandarin

An expert swordsman is suspected of being the thief of a treasure sent to the Emperor, having nothing to do with the theft, the swordsman investigates and is led on the trail of the supernatural "Bloody Parrot".

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Kenneth MacMillanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of people are stranded on a remote island after their plane crashes. As they try to survive, they discover a mysterious parrot that seems to lead them into increasingly dangerous and bizarre situations. The island's dark secrets begin to unravel, putting their sanity and their lives at risk.

Critical Reception

Bloody Parrot received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly David Warner, others found the plot convoluted and the horror elements underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique premise and others criticizing its pacing and lack of clear narrative resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and David Warner's compelling performance.

  • Criticized for a confusing plot and uneven pacing.

  • The film's unique concept was noted but often felt unrealized.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Bloody Parrot' is not readily available. General audience sentiment appears to be mixed, with some appreciating the film's unique premise and performances, while others found it to be slow or unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The distinctive squawking sounds of the parrot were specially recorded and manipulated to create an eerie and almost supernatural effect, adding to the film's unsettling atmosphere.

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