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Un américain (1958)

Movie ★ 7.0 17 min

Drama

An American sculptor, passioned by literature, comes to Paris to perfect his art, but ends up with barely no money, and to survive has to sell The New York Herald Tribune, at night, to his compatriots. A look at the bohemian Parisian life of the fifties.

Alain Cavalier Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1958
Runtime
17 min
IMDb
tt0161230
Country
Language
Studio
Ajym Films

Cast

Derroll Adams Jean Brasseur Irène Chabrier Claude Mansard Claude Mansard Kosta Alex John MacLean Jimmy Davis Denise de Casabianca Anna (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Un américain about?
An American sculptor, passioned by literature, comes to Paris to perfect his art, but ends up with barely no money, and to survive has to sell The New York Herald Tribune, at night, to his compatriots. A look at the bohemian Parisian life of the fifties.
Who directed Un américain?
Un américain was directed by Alain Cavalier.
Who stars in Un américain?
Un américain stars Derroll Adams, Jean Brasseur, Irène Chabrier, Claude Mansard.
When was Un américain released?
Un américain is a 1958 drama film.
Where can I watch Un américain?
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