American Taboo

American Taboo

American Taboo

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American Taboo

1983

1h 34m

4.2(14 votes)

Drama

Overview

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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4 members

Writing

Jay Horenstein

Paul Wunderlich

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Nicole Harrison

Lisa

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Acting

Hester Schell

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Walter Shane

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