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"The American" (2010)
The scoop on "The American" including photos, review, trailer, poster, news, and cast list for this dramatic movie starring George Clooney and Bruce Altman.
Movie Synopsis: Alone among assassins, Jack (George Clooney) is a master craftsman. When a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact Larry (Bruce Altman) that his next assignment will be his last. Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by a Belgian woman, Mathilde, is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. Surprising himself, Jack seeks out the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues romance with local woman Clara. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
Movie Synopsis: Alone among assassins, Jack (George Clooney) is a master craftsman. When a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact Larry (Bruce Altman) that his next assignment will be his last. Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by a Belgian woman, Mathilde, is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. Surprising himself, Jack seeks out the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues romance with local woman Clara. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
"The American" Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the dramatic movie "The American" starring George Clooney, Violante Placido, Thekla Reuten, and Irina Bjorklund.
"The American" Movie Review
There are going to be two distinct and unbudgeable camps when it comes to "The American." In one camp you'll have the people who believe the thriller, with its minimal dialogue, limited character development, and too convenient plot, is bold and beautiful. In the other camp will be moviegoers like myself.
"The American" Trailer
Check out the trailer, video clips and interviews from "The American" starring George Clooney.
"The American" Poster
George Clooney looks like Bond, James Bond on the poster for "The American" - which has nothing to do with Bond.
"The American" Credits
Cast list for "The American," MPAA rating, and release date info.
George Clooney is an "American"
(Sep 2009) George Clooney is a very, very busy man. In addition to promoting two films that are generating huge buzz - "Up in the Air" and "The Men Who Stare at Goats" - Clooney's just begun work on "The American" for director Anton Corbijn ("Control").
Go Behind the Scenes of "The American"
Focus Features released a look behind the scenes of "The American."
"The American" Blog
Director Anton Corbijn's blog about his experiences helming "The American."