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American Taboo

American Taboo

1983•1h 34m•3.9/10
Drama

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3.9/10(13)

Paul, a shy photographer of 30 years, avoids relationships in favor of the safety landscape photography. He is drawn into intimacy by a teenage youth who moves in next door and insinuates herself into his life.

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Production

Lustgarten Entertainment Organization

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Jay Horenstein

Paul Wunderlich

Nicole Harrison

Lisa

Hester Schell

Betsy

Walter Shane

The Couple

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