An American Dream

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Glen U This movie has to be one of the most underrated films in the past 50+ years judging by the comments seen here. It presents an atmosphere that is depressing from the outset including the benchmark "over the top" performance by Eleanor Parker. But it never lets up, no comic relief, no sunny days as it guides us through the misery of Stuart Whitman's character Rojack. Of course if don't want to go through such a heavy atmosphere -skip it- but you will miss the twisty ending worthy of any Hitchcock movie. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/07/24 Full Review Gary B It's tempting to malign "An American Dream" with a bad review, but I found this 1966 dreamy thriller has quite a bit to offer, including a standout acting performance from both Stuart Whitman and his co-star Janet Leigh. I am particularly fond of how Los Angeles was captured, frozen in time in the 60s, as the backdrop for this psychological drama. If you aren't expecting fast action and brilliant dialogue, it's worth your time. And the theme music is a knockout. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/02/24 Full Review Tim S What terrible things they did to a very good book. Honestly, the book is one of Mailer's best, challenging, with Mailer's take on sex, violence and power in modern urban America (as of 1965). The movie is mildly steamy, melodramatic (although Eleanor Parker is a hysterical kick), And it just looks cheesy. The supporting parts especially are one dimensional, clichéd, and shrill. Stuart Whitman would seem perfect for the part, except his attempts to portray an internal life merely make him seem befuddled. But it is the cheesiness that is most bothersome. This really is a shame because there is a lot of talent here and Mailer's novel should have provided a basis for a good movie Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/20/20 Full Review Audience Member I agree with the other reviewer. Pretty weak and dull, despite a strong cast. Really surprised it was shown on TCM. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 02/03/23 Full Review Audience Member So-So drama with a good cast but missing a certain tension that would make it compelling. Eleanor Parker is in and out of the picture within fifteen minutes. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member A disappointing version of Norman Mailer's novel, starring Stuart Whitman, Janet Leigh, and Eleanor Parker. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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