An American Crime

Name: An American Crime
Director: Tommy O'Haver
Genre: Crime, Drama, Horror
Released: 2007-01-01
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Elliot Page, Catherine Keener, Hayley McFarland, Nick Searcy, Romy Rosemont

2007Dir. Tommy O'Haver1h 37m

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Runtime1h 37m

Released2007

Budget$2M

DirectorTommy O'Haver

About This Movie

An American Crime is a tough watch, for sure. Directed by Tommy O'Haver, it dives deep into the chilling true story of Gertrude Baniszewski. The atmosphere is grim, almost suffocating at times, and you can feel the weight of the 60s suburban facade just crumbling. The performances, especially Ellen Page as Sylvia Likens, are raw and haunting. O'Haver doesn’t shy away from the horror of the situation, but it’s the emotional turmoil that lingers long after. The pacing is deliberate, drawing you into a sense of dread rather than flashy horror. It’s not your typical crime drama; it’s something darker, more unsettling, tense you with its stark realism.

Released on DVD in 2008; not many special features.Shot on location in Indiana, capturing authentic period details.Runtime: 96 minutes; available in both DVD and Blu-ray formats.