Birds with Clipped Wings
Pássaros de Asas Cortadas
Synopsis
After a fatal crash involving her brother, Elsa tries to escape her corrupt & prejudiced background, making Francisco (the victim’s dad) – a wealthy family’s driver – resign himself with the unavoidable so as not to compromise his employer’s son, thus trying to gain something from the tragedy.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lucia Amram
Elsa
Paulo Renato
Eduardo
Ruy de Carvalho
Francisco
Leónia Mendes
Rosa - a mulher de Francisco
Hugo Casaes
Frederico Azevedo Lopes
Morais e Castro
Rodrigo
Júlia Buisel
Odete
Gérard Castello-Lopes
Manuel - o médico
Helena Calmon
Isabel
Maria João
Bé
António Faria
Zé Carlos
Fernanda de Sousa
Mãe de Elsa
António Sarmento
Chauffer
Luís Tito
Homem do bar
Seabra Cardoso
Necas
Carlos Fernando
Vitor
Carlos Gonçalves
Chauffer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cinema Império
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Artur Ramos
- Screenplay & Story
- Alexandre O'Neill, Luis Francisco Rebello, Artur Ramos, Luis Sttau Monteiro
- Original Title
- Pássaros de Asas Cortadas
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Artur Ramos
Alexandre O'Neill, Luis Francisco Rebello, Artur Ramos, Luis Sttau Monteiro
Department Leadership Roster
Artur Ramos
Director
Alexandre O'Neill
Writer
Luis Francisco Rebello
Writer
Artur Ramos
Writer
Luis Sttau Monteiro
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Birds with Clipped Wings
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Birds with Clipped Wings about?
After a fatal crash involving her brother, Elsa tries to escape her corrupt & prejudiced background, making Francisco (the victim’s dad) – a wealthy family’s driver – resign himself with the unavoidable so as not to compromise his employer’s son, thus trying to gain something from the tragedy.
Who directed Birds with Clipped Wings?
Birds with Clipped Wings was directed by Artur Ramos.
Who stars in Birds with Clipped Wings?
The principal cast of Birds with Clipped Wings includes Lucia Amram, Paulo Renato, Ruy de Carvalho, Leónia Mendes, Hugo Casaes.
When was Birds with Clipped Wings released and how long is it?
Birds with Clipped Wings was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.