The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970) movie poster

The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970)

L'uccello dalle piume di cristallo
"All the screaming in the world won't help!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 90%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 85% (RT: 85%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
HorrorMysteryThriller

Where to Watch

Free
TubiPlexPrime Video
Streaming
Roku ChannelSling TVYouTube TVPhilo
Rent / Buy
Fandango at Home
See all watch options on JustWatch
Director
Runtime
1h 36m
Country
Germany, Italy
Language
Italian
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (823 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
Cast
Tony Musante as Sam Dalmas
Suzy Kendall as Julia
Enrico Maria Salerno as Inspector Morosini
Eva Renzi as Monica Ranieri
Umberto Raho as Alberto Ranieri
Renato Romano as Professor Carlo Dover
Mario Adorf as Berto Consalvi
Yes. 90% of real audiences liked it based on 823 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 85%.
Overview
An American writer living in Rome witnesses an attempted murder that is connected to an ongoing killing spree in the city and conducts his own investigation, despite he and his girlfriend being targeted by the killer. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Bird with the Crystal Plumage was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Dario Argento cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Bird with the Crystal Plumage is a 1970 horror, mystery, thriller film directed by Dario Argento. An American writer living in Rome witnesses an attempted murder that is connected to an ongoing killing spree in the city and conducts his own investigation, despite he and his girlfriend being targeted by the killer. The film has been rated by 823 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

Movies You Might Like
← Browse All Movies | Free Movies | Best Movies | New Releases
💬 Feedback