Capturing the Friedmans

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Capturing the Friedmans
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NR,1hr 47min
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May 30, 2003
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Magnolia
Synopsis: Arnold and Elaine Friedman were a seemingly typical couple living in Great Neck, NY, in the 1980s. Arnold was an outgoing and well-liked schoolteacher with an interest in electronics who also ran a private computer school out of their home. Elaine, a reserved but caring woman, helped look after the couple's three sons, Jesse, Seth, and David. All appeared to be happy in their lives until November 1987, when police raided the Friedman home after Arnold and Jesse were accused of multiple counts of ... Full Synopsis
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An extraordinary film; it may be the most haunting documentary since ''Crumb.'' Full Review
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90
Universal Acclaim
out of 100
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