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199884 minDrama, Romance, TV Movie

The American

Is The American a Hit or Flop?

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Is The American worth watching? With a rating of 4.8/10, this Drama, Romance, TV Movie film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The American Synopsis

After the horror of the Civil War, 'ignorant' Christopher Newman made his fortune. He travels to France is search of cultural treasures. He won't get past the Paris nightlife. After an affair with a haughty painter, he falls in love with the daughter of the late marquis de Bellegarde. She was married off and traumatized by her abusive late husband for the family's sake. Her elder brother supports their ruthless mother, but junior Valentin is besotted with the artist and strikes a partnership with Christopher.

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Top Cast

Matthew Modine
Matthew ModineChristopher Newman
Diana Rigg
Diana RiggMadame de Bellegarde
Aisling O'Sullivan
Aisling O'SullivanClaire De Cintré
Paul Hickey
Paul HickeyHenri de Bellegarde
Andrew Scott
Andrew ScottValentin de Bellegarde
Brenda Fricker
Brenda FrickerMrs. Bread
Eva Birthistle
Eva BirthistleNoemie Nioche

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The American has received lower ratings (4.8/10) from audiences.

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The American is a Drama, Romance, TV Movie movie that After the horror of the Civil War, 'ignorant' Christopher Newman made his fortune. He travels to France is search of cultural treasures. He won't get ...

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