The Hawks and the Sparrows
~An off-beat comedy about serious matters by PIER PAOLO PASOLINI.
Overview
A man and his son take an allegorical stroll through life with a talking bird that spouts social and political philosophy.
Genres
- Comedy
- Fantasy
General Information
Release Date: 1966-05-04
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 90 min
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