PG-13

Bird on a Wire

He’s every woman’s dream and one woman’s nightmare.

1990 • 110 min • Comedy · Romance · Adventure

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Synopsis

An FBI informant has kept his new identity secret for 15 years. Now an old flame has recognised him, and the bad guys are back for revenge.

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Best from age 13

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An FBI informant, living under a new identity for 15 years, is recognized by his old flame. They are forced to go on the run from vengeful criminals, leading to a cross-country adventure filled with narrow escapes and rekindled romance.

Violence & peril: 4/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Gunfights and explosions are frequent
Some mild suggestive humor
Characters briefly use drugs

What it models well

Second chances
Loyalty and protection
Quick thinking under pressure

Talk about it after

The importance of protecting witnesses
How past choices can impact the present
Reconnecting with old relationships

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Top billed cast

Director: John Badham • Crew: David Seltzer, Eric Lerner, Louis Venosta, Louis Venosta, Eric Lerner

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Details

TMDB audience: 6.2/10 (1,063)
Age rating: PG-13
Status: Released
Budget: $20,000,000
Box office: $138,697,012
IMDb: tt0099141

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