Apt Pupil (1998) movie poster

Apt Pupil (1998)

"If you don't believe in the existence of evil, you've got a lot to learn"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 54% (RT: 54%, MC: 53) 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
Runtime
1h 47m
Country
France, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (707 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
Metacritic
53
Cast
Brad Renfro as Todd Bowden
Ian McKellen as Kurt Dussander
Bruce Davison as Richard Bowden
Elias Koteas as Archie
Joe Morton as Dan Richler
David Schwimmer as Edward French
Jan Tล™รญska as Isaac Weiskopf
Michael Byrne as Ben Kramer
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 707 votes. Critics gave it 54%.
Overview
One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Apt Pupil was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1998 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Apt Pupil is a 1998 drama, thriller film directed by Bryan Singer. One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.

The film has been rated by 707 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Apt Pupil 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.

Apt Pupil (1998) 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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