Birdman of Alcatraz
Convict Robert Stroud faces life imprisonment in solitary confinement after murdering a prison guard. Driven mad by despair and loneliness, Stroud's life increases new significance when he nurses it back and happens upon a helpless baby sparrow at the exercise yard. Despite having just a 3rd grade education, Stroud goes on to develop into renowned ornithologist and achieves a greater feeling of freedom and purpose than most men and women find in the exterior world.
Released: 1962-07-03
Genre:
Drama