The Sterile Cuckoo (1969)

Ceremony Year: 1970Category: Best Original SongReleased: 1969

Nominated Talent & Credits

Fred Karlin— Music by Fred Karlin; Lyrics by Dory Previn

Dory Previn— Music by Fred Karlin; Lyrics by Dory Previn

Synopsis / Overview

Uptight college freshman Jerry Payne finds a carefree friend in zany Pookie. After an awkward meeting on the bus, Pookie quickly works her way into Jerry's life. She makes an unannounced visit to Jerry's campus, and before long annoyance turns to affection, and friendship turns to romance. But with Pookie's increasingly neurotic behavior, how long can this love affair last?

Historical Academy Record

MUSIC (Song--Original for the Picture) — 42nd Academy Awards (1970)

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