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Birthday Girl 2001

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★ 5.9/10 R ComedyCrimeThriller Released
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What is Birthday Girl?

Birthday Girl is a film first released in 2001. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
2001
Status
Released
Runtime
93 minutes
Release date
Sep 6, 2001
Studios
HAL Films, Film4 Productions
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Thriller
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Streaming Intelligence

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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.2/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Crime #Thriller

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Birthday Girl is a film first released in 2001. Catalogued under Comedy, Crime, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by HAL Films, Film4 Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A timid banker’s romance with a Russian mail‑order bride spirals into chaotic family drama.”

Reasons to watch
  • Blend of comedy and thriller keeps tone unpredictable
  • Unusual twist on the mail‑order bride premise
Keep in mind
  • Tone shifts may feel uneven
  • Some viewers may find the sudden family chaos jarring

Watch it if you enjoy off‑beat comedies that mix suspense with quirky romance.

The film mixes dark humor with thriller elements, so it’s best for mature audiences.

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What is John’s occupation?

John is a mild‑mannered banker.

Who does John meet through the Internet?

He meets Nadia, a Russian mail‑order bride.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as comedy, crime, and thriller.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is 1 hour 33 minutes.

When was the film released in the United States?

It was released on September 6, 2001 in the US.

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