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Poster for The Hawks and the Sparrows

The Hawks and the Sparrows

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1966 | 90 min | Comedy, Fantasy

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (79% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and fantasy fans. If you loved Barbie or Life of Brian, start here.
The mood
Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 30 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Italian, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Made in 1966: an older pace and style.

A man and his son take an allegorical stroll through life with a talking bird that spouts social and political philosophy.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    79% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.2 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 13K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Pier Paolo Pasolini

  • TotòTotò Innocenti / Frate Cicillo
  • Ninetto DavoliNinetto Innocenti / Frate Ninetto
  • Femi BenussiLuna
  • Umberto BevilacquaIncensurato
  • Renato CapognaMascalzone
  • Alfredo LeggiMascalzone
  • Renato MontalbanoSan Francesco
  • Flaminia SicilianoMascalzone
  • Lena Lin SolaroUrganda
  • Giovanni TaralloIl Contadino Affamato