Birds of Prey
Birds of Prey

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Birds of Prey

1973
Movie
81 min
English

Harry Walker, a former military pilot, works as a helicopter pilot and traffic reporter for a Salt Lake City radio station. One day while working he observes a bank robbery in progress and the kidnapping of a young woman who worked at the bank. Harry goes into pursuit which leads to an exciting conclusion.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: William A. GrahamGenres: Western, Action, Drama

Plot Summary

A former U.S. Army pilot, now a rancher, is deputized to track down a band of Native Americans who have stolen horses. He is joined by a group of cavalry scouts, including a Cherokee tracker, to help him on his mission. As they pursue the thieves, they encounter moral complexities and the harsh realities of the frontier.

Critical Reception

Birds of Prey is a made-for-television Western film that received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised for its ambitious themes and solid performances, some critics found its pacing uneven and its narrative predictable. It is considered a competent, albeit unremarkable, entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its serious tone and attempt to tackle complex issues within the Western genre.

  • Some viewers noted the film's engaging premise and the presence of Leonard Nimoy in a supporting role.

  • Criticized by some for a slow pace and a lack of memorable action sequences.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely available through Google reviews.

Fun Fact

Leonard Nimoy, famous for playing Spock in Star Trek, portrays a Native American character named Billy Two-Hats in this film.

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Patrick E. Abe

Patrick E. Abe

Ex-Flying Tiger /traffic watch helicopter pilot Harry Walker is having a bad day; alimony demands from three ex-wives mean a trip to the bank. In another part of town, masked men break into an armory to steal grenades and arms, killing the ...