An American Affair 2008
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Topic: Film "An American Affair" (2008). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 27, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Astrakan Films
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10 from 41 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Astrakan Films
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Topic: Film "An American Affair" (2008).
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Title: An American Affair
Year: 2008
Release Date (US): 02/27/2009
Genre: Drama
Rating: R
Runtime: 1h 33m
Setting: Early 1960s
Characters:
Adam Stafford (played by Cameron Bright): A teenager.
Catherine Caswell (played by Gretchen Mol): A divorcée and free spirit, neighbor to Stafford.
Plot points:
Stafford becomes obsessed with Caswell.
Stafford spies on Caswell meeting strange men.
Stafford works for Caswell as a gardener despite warnings from his conservative parents.
Rumors exist of Caswell's affair with President Kennedy.
The two become close.
Political intrigue surrounding Caswell's acquaintances affects their friendship.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is An American Affair worth watching?
An American Affair holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 41 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie An American Affair and when was it released?
An American Affair is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.
Who directed An American Affair?
An American Affair was directed by William Olsson.
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