Unruly young Roberts. Troud was sentenced to life imprisonment. One day, a sick bird flew into his cell, and under his careful care, the bird was cured. From then on, he worked hard to study in prison and became an internationally renowned ornithologist. During this period, he had to fight against his mother who was overly protective of him and the rude warden, but he still did not change his mind. Cadiz spread his legend to the world. Director John. Frankenheimer interprets this largely static story in a rigorous way, without the intense action of a typical prison escape movie, but the atmosphere is still tight and moving. Lancaster fully grasped the protagonist's temperament and feelings, playing the role of cellmate Terry. Savales is also very playful
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Birdman of Alcatraz movie plot
2022-06-21 16:32
Extended Reading
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Tour guide: ...during which you will see all of the man-made and natural beauties, the most spectacular bay in the world. You'll pass beneath the famous Golden Gate Bridge, considered by most authorities to be one of the most striking structures ever erected by man. From the bay, you will thrill to the magnificent San Francisco skyline. Your cruise ship, the Harbor King, will circle Alcatraz, a maximum security prison containing the most dangerous criminals in America. It has been the home of such notorious figures as Al Capone, Baby Face Nelson, and Machine Gun Kelly.
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Robert Stroud: Tom? You know what they used to call Alcatraz in the old days?
Tom Gaddis: What?
Robert Stroud: Bird Island.
Tom Gaddis: [narrating] Robert Stroud's petition for parole has been denied annually for 24 years. Age 72, he is now in his 53rd year of imprisonment.