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The Pelican 1974

★ 7.3/10 Drama
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What is The Pelican?

The Pelican is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1974
Release date
Feb 6, 1974
Genres
Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama

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Overview

The Pelican is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Drama.

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Should you watch it?

“A man imprisoned for a decade discovers his remarried ex-wife and son have moved on.”

Reasons to watch
  • compelling premise about betrayal and family
  • explores the heavy toll of a ten-year sentence
Keep in mind
  • features a grim subject matter
  • deals with themes of resentment and lost time

Watch it if you enjoy dramatic stories about prison release, family fallout, and deep-seated personal outrage.

The film deals with themes of crime, imprisonment, and family estrangement.

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When was The Pelican released?

The Pelican was released on 02/06/1974 in France.

How long is the film?

The runtime of the film is 1 hour and 23 minutes.

What genre is The Pelican?

The film is classified as a drama.

Why was Paul imprisoned?

Paul was imprisoned for passing counterfeit money.

What upsets Paul upon his release?

Paul is outraged to discover his ex-wife has remarried a wealthy man and their son has no memory of him.

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