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An American Crime

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An American Crime
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R,1hr 38min
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2007
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First Look Studios
Synopsis: The true story of a young girl held captive by her insane caretaker comes to life in this disturbing film from Ella Enchanted director Tommy O'Haver. Hard Candy's Ellen Page stars as Sylvia Likens a teenager who, along with her sister, is left to live temporarily with seemigly-mild-mannered housewife Gertrude Baniszewski, played by Catherine Keener. Unfortunately for Sylvia, Gertrude soon snaps and holds her hostage in harsh conditions until the former's eventual death. Bradley Whitford costars as ... Full Synopsis
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Gertrude Baniszewski
Sylvia Likens
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James Franco pictured at the "An American Crime" Premiere during the Sundance Film Festival held at...
James Franco at the 2007 Sundance premiere of his film, "An American Crime" (RD / Leon / Retna)
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