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🎬 Title: Bird

Is it too real for you?

Story: In a squat in North Kent, 12-year-old Bailey navigates life with her single father, Bug, and her brother, Hunter. Bug’s busy lifestyle leaves little time for his children, pushing Bailey, on the brink of adolescence, to seek excitement and attention outside her home.

⭐ Rating: 7.213 (190 votes)

📅 Release date: November 8, 2024

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 59 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama

🎬 Director: Andrea Arnold

✍️ Writer: Andrea Arnold

🌍 Countries: France, the United Kingdom, United States

🏢 Production companies: BBC Film, BFI, Access Entertainment, Pinky Promise, FirstGen Content, House Productions, Ad Vitam Production, ARTE France Cinéma

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $1,945,200

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👥 Cast: Nykiya Adams (Bailey), Franz Rogowski (Bird), Barry Keoghan (Bug), Jason Buda (Hunter), Jasmine Jobson (Peyton), Frankie Box (Kayleigh), James Nelson-Joyce (Skate), Jason Williamson (Fred), Rhys Yates (Beck), Joanne Matthews (Debs)

Editor’s note: In the 2024 film Bird, director Andrea Arnold skillfully merges drama with an emphasis on mood rather than grand spectacle. Her storytelling remains focused, prioritizing character development over hollow theatrics. The performances by Nykiya Adams, Franz Rogowski, and Barry Keoghan provide a solid foundation, bringing authenticity to their roles. With a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes, the film maintains a steady pace and avoids overstaying its welcome. While not without its flaws, its strengths shine through, and the tagline, “Is it too real for ya?” aptly encapsulates its aim. If this premise resonates, make sure to add it to your watchlist.

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