An American Crime (2007) movie poster

An American Crime (2007)

"The true story of a child's punishment that became a woman's crime."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 91%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 40% (RT: 40%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Tommy O'Haver
Runtime
1h 37m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (761 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
40%
Cast
Elliot Page as Sylvia Likens
Catherine Keener as Gertrude Baniszewski
Hayley McFarland as Jennifer Faye 'Jennie' Likens
Nick Searcy as Lester Likens
Romy Rosemont as Betty Likens
Ari Graynor as Paula Baniszewski
Scout Taylor-Compton as Stephanie Baniszewski
Tristan Jarred as Johnny Baniszewski
Yes. 91% of real audiences liked it based on 761 votes. Critics scored it lower at 40%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The true story of suburban housewife Gertrude Baniszewski, who kept a teenage girl locked in the basement of her Indiana home during the 1960s. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated crime films of 2007 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for An American Crime was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of An American Crime, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

An American Crime is a 2007 crime, drama, horror film directed by Tommy O'Haver. The true story of suburban housewife Gertrude Baniszewski, who kept a teenage girl locked in the basement of her Indiana home during the 1960s. The film has been rated by 761 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a crime film, An American Crime delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. An American Crime (2007) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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