Movie: American Taboo

Top 4 Billed Cast

Jay Horenstein
Jay Horenstein

Paul Wunderlich

Nicole Harrison
Nicole Harrison

Lisa

Hester Schell
Hester Schell

Betsy

Walter Shane
Walter Shane

The Couple

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    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.

  • Release Date

    1983-04-16

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    3.9

  • Rating:

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    English
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