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Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets

  • 2021
  • R
  • 1h 49m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
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David Arquette, Jason Isaacs, Lisa Edelstein, Taylor Russell, Lucas Jade Zumann, and Chase Stokes in Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets (2021)
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In the emotionally charged, wild and humorous world of sixteen year old James Whitman, we see his struggle to overcome anxiety and depression by seeking advice from Dr. Bird - an imaginary p... Read allIn the emotionally charged, wild and humorous world of sixteen year old James Whitman, we see his struggle to overcome anxiety and depression by seeking advice from Dr. Bird - an imaginary pigeon therapist - in the wake of his sister's disappearance.In the emotionally charged, wild and humorous world of sixteen year old James Whitman, we see his struggle to overcome anxiety and depression by seeking advice from Dr. Bird - an imaginary pigeon therapist - in the wake of his sister's disappearance.

  • Director
    • Yaniv Raz
  • Writers
    • Yaniv Raz
    • Evan Roskos
  • Stars
    • Lucas Jade Zumann
    • Michael H. Cole
    • Roger Dale Floyd
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.0/10
    1.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Yaniv Raz
    • Writers
      • Yaniv Raz
      • Evan Roskos
    • Stars
      • Lucas Jade Zumann
      • Michael H. Cole
      • Roger Dale Floyd
    • 31User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

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    Lucas Jade Zumann
    Lucas Jade Zumann
    • James Whitman
    Michael H. Cole
    Michael H. Cole
    • Walt Whitman
    • (as Michael Cole)
    Roger Dale Floyd
    Roger Dale Floyd
    • Young James
    YaYa Gosselin
    YaYa Gosselin
    • Young Jorie
    Lily Donoghue
    Lily Donoghue
    • Jorie
    Lisa Edelstein
    Lisa Edelstein
    • Elly
    Jason Isaacs
    Jason Isaacs
    • Carl
    Taylor Russell
    Taylor Russell
    • Sophie
    Cubby Rupers
    • Choir Member
    Savannah Duncan-Barnett
    • Choir Member
    Vivian Hilyard
    • Choir Member
    Nathan Holley
    • Choir Member
    Abby Hulsey
    • Choir Member
    Zachary Tate
    • Choir Member
    Parker Varnadoe
    • Choir Member
    Kiana Nicole Washington
    Kiana Nicole Washington
    • Choir Member
    • (as Kiana Washington)
    Kayodè Soyemi
    Kayodè Soyemi
    • 1st Boy
    • (as Seun Soyemi)
    Jordan Sherley
    Jordan Sherley
    • 1st Girl
    • Director
      • Yaniv Raz
    • Writers
      • Yaniv Raz
      • Evan Roskos
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    9mt-67247

    Beautiful film about teen mental health

    Loved this film! The actors were amazing and the film was beautifully shot. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is a teenager or has been one in the past. It makes you realize you're not alone and mental health is a real thing. Thank you for making this film.
    mavigloomy

    Thus movie can cure your insomnia

    This movie is kind of boring. We kind of seen this before. A troubled teenager, with a lot of toughs.If you think that a depressed teenager in love is interesting or if you have insomnia watch this now.
    8siderite

    Strange melange of coming of age, literature and film references and applied psychology

    You can tell from the get go that this film is made from a book and that who made the film is from New York. It's the perfect blend of introspection and neurosis. Nicely acted, touching at the same time the weird and wonderful perspective on life that young people have, full of feeling and confusion, and the reality of one's existence. Yes, it ends predictably with the young'un reaching maturity, but it also celebrates youth, with all of its idiosyncrasies. The references to classic literature were kept at a minimum, while the occasional foray into different movie styles was just a one time gimmick and less something to distract from the story.

    Bottom line: good film, fresh take, a bit slow and not by any means perfect, but better than what I've seen lately.
    9nt-79268

    Amazing film!

    Lucas Jade Zumann and Taylor Russel are phenomenal in this film. It's a beautiful portrayal of mental health and first love. I really loved it. Highly recommend it to everyone, not just teens.
    yusufpiskin

    Lucas Jade Zumann is new Logan Lerman

    A wonderful cast that understands the wonderful script and the scenario that accompanies the wonderful song selection. The movie doesn't promise much. It's not a blockbuster anyway. The film expertly tells a small story. Which is why I like little stories of little people. Lucas Jade Zumann will write his name in the 21st century.

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    • Release date
      • January 12, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Los consejos del Dr. Bird para poetas tristes
    • Production companies
      • Kreate Films
      • Ketchup Entertainment
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