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An American Crime
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An American Crime

2007-07-27 · 97 min · ★ 7.3

Crime · Drama · Horror

The true story of suburban housewife Gertrude Baniszewski, who kept a teenage girl locked in the basement of her Indiana home during the 1960s.

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Directors
Tommy O'Haver
Production companies
First Look International, Killer Films, John Wells Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 2,000,000

Top Cast

Catherine KeenerCatherine KeenerGertrude Baniszewski
Elliot PageElliot PageSylvia Likens
James FrancoJames FrancoAndy
Bradley WhitfordBradley WhitfordProsecutor
Ari GraynorAri GraynorPaula Baniszewski
Nick SearcyNick SearcyLester Likens
Michael O'KeefeMichael O'KeefeBill Collier
Romy RosemontRomy RosemontBetty Likens
Jeremy SumpterJeremy SumpterCoy Hubbard
Evan PetersEvan PetersRicky Hobbs
Hayley McFarlandHayley McFarlandJennie Likens
Scout Taylor-ComptonScout Taylor-ComptonStephanie Baniszewski
Tristan JarredTristan JarredJohnny Baniszewski
Hannah LeighHannah LeighShirley Baniszewski
Carlie WestermanCarlie WestermanMarie Baniszewski
Michelle BenesMichelle BenesHope Orbach
Patricia PlacePatricia PlaceMrs. Doyle
Calvin KeetMr. Doyle
Brian GeraghtyBrian GeraghtyBradley
Channing NicholsChanning NicholsPatty

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