Sweet Bird of Youth
Director: Richard Brooks
Actors: Paul Newman, Geraldine Page, Shirley Knight
PlotChance Wayne, a former Hollywood aspiring actor, returns to his small Southern hometown after years away. He arrives with Alexandra Del Lago, a faded movie star he has befriended in hopes of using her influence to rebuild his career. Chance's main objective is to reunite with his former girlfriend, Heavenly Finley, who he abandoned years earlier. However, his return is anything but warm as he faces the wrath of Heavenly's father, Boss Finley, a powerful and ruthless political figure who blames Chance for his daughter's ruination.
As Chance attempts to navigate his complicated relationships and rekindle lost love, he must also contend with the harsh realities of his decisions and the passage of time. Boss Finley uses his influence to manipulate those around him and seeks revenge on Chance for the past. Meanwhile, Alexandra struggles with her own personal demons and career decline. Their intertwined fates create a volatile situation marked by confrontation, regret, and the longing for redemption. The tension builds as Chance’s dreams clash with the unforgiving forces of his past and present.
Writers: Tennessee Williams, Richard Brooks
Release Date: 03 May 1962
Runtime: 120 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
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