How long is An American Crime?

An American Crime is 1 hr 38 min long.

Who is Gertrude Baniszewski in An American Crime?

Catherine Keener plays Gertrude Baniszewski in the film.

An American Crime

Name: An American Crime
Duration: 98
Rating: 74

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Gertrude Baniszewski (Catherine Keener), a divorced mother of several children, agrees to take care of two girls, Sylvia (Ellen Page) and Jennie (Hayley McFarland), while their parents travel with a carnival. Though her eldest daughter is the real troublemaker, Gertrude vents all her bitterness and frustration on innocent Sylvia. Gertrude imprisons the girl in the basement and tortures her, eventually encouraging her children to follow suit.

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How long is An American Crime?: An American Crime is 1 hr 38 min long.

Who directed An American Crime?: Tommy O'Haver

Who is Gertrude Baniszewski in An American Crime?: Catherine Keener plays Gertrude Baniszewski in the film.

What is An American Crime about?: Gertrude Baniszewski (Catherine Keener), a divorced mother of several children, agrees to take care of two girls, Sylvia (Ellen Page) and Jennie (Hayley McFarland), while their parents travel with a carnival. Though her eldest daughter is the real troublemaker, Gertrude vents all her bitterness and frustration on innocent Sylvia. Gertrude imprisons the girl in the basement and tortures her, eventually encouraging her children to follow suit.