Sweet Bird of Youth (1962)
He used love like most men use money.
Storyline
Gigolo and drifter Chance Wayne returns to his hometown as the companion of a faded movie star, Alexandra Del Lago, whom he hopes to use to help him break into the movies. Chance runs into trouble when he finds his ex-girlfriend, the daughter of the local politician Tom "Boss" Finley, who more or less forced him to leave his daughter and the town many years ago.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Sweet Bird of Youth |
|---|---|
| Release date | Mar 28, 1962 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on play or musical, florida, corrupt politician, womanizer, movie star, drifter, gigolo, fading star |
FAQ
What is Sweet Bird of Youth about?
Gigolo and drifter Chance Wayne returns to his hometown as the companion of a faded movie star, Alexandra Del Lago, whom he hopes to use to help him break into the movies. Chance runs into trouble when he finds his ex-girlfriend, the daughter of the local politician Tom "Boss" Finley, who more or less forced him to leave his daughter and the town many years ago.
When was Sweet Bird of Youth released?
Sweet Bird of Youth was released on Mar 28, 1962 (status: Released).
Who directed Sweet Bird of Youth?
Richard Brooks directed Sweet Bird of Youth.
What is the TMDB rating of Sweet Bird of Youth?
Sweet Bird of Youth has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 from 140 votes.