Bird
Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playing. He becomes a drug addict but his loving wife Chan tries to help him.
Release Year
1988
Runtime
161 min
Audience Score
6.8
Genres
Drama, Music
Story Snapshot
Saxophone player Charlie ‘Bird’ Parker comes to New York in 1940 and is quickly noticed for his remarkable way of playing. He becomes a drug addict but his loving wife Chan tries to help him.
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Bird is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch Bird?
Bird is best for viewers who want drama, music without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Bird have?
The tone is best described as immersive, which is why this page links into more mood-based guides instead of leaving you with genre labels alone.
How complex is Bird?
Bird lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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