The Curse of Edgar (2013)
Based on the bestselling novel by Marc Dugain, this original docudrama weaves unique archival footage within a fictional story and sheds a new light on J. Edgar Hoover. This film reveals the FBI director's battle to retain power from the Kennedy clan. From 1960 and 1963, two ideals of America come face to face and two sets of morals clash. Clyde Tolson, Hoover's right-hand man and secret lover, is the last survivor of this psychological drama. He recounts this intense political period when America's destiny has never been as dependent on one of the most powerful and mysterious figures of the time.
Director: Marc Dugain
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: October 27, 2013
Cast
- Brian Cox - Edgar Hoover
- Anthony Higgins - Clyde Tolson
- Keith Hill - Psychoanalyst
- Francis Huster - Narrateur
- Răzvan Hîncu - Agent Fisk
- Michael J. Reynolds - Joe Kennedy
- Finlay Robertson - Robert Kennedy
Screenplay
Music: Marc Tomasi
Cinematography: Giovanni Fiore Coltellacci
Editing: Véronique Lagoarde-Ségot
Production: Planète+, Program 33
Country: France
Language: Français, English
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Curse of Edgar about?
- Based on the bestselling novel by Marc Dugain, this original docudrama weaves unique archival footage within a fictional story and sheds a new light on J. Edgar Hoover. This film reveals the FBI director's battle to retain power from the Kennedy clan. From 1960 and 1963, two ideals of America come face to face and two sets of morals clash. Clyde Tolson, Hoover's right-hand man and secret lover, is the last survivor of this psychological drama. He recounts this intense political period when America's destiny has never been as dependent on one of the most powerful and mysterious figures of the time.
- Who directed The Curse of Edgar?
- The Curse of Edgar was directed by Marc Dugain.
- Who stars in The Curse of Edgar?
- The Curse of Edgar stars Brian Cox, Anthony Higgins, Keith Hill, Francis Huster, Răzvan Hîncu, Michael J. Reynolds.
- How long is The Curse of Edgar?
- The Curse of Edgar has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is The Curse of Edgar?
- The Curse of Edgar is a TV Movie, Drama film.
- Where was The Curse of Edgar produced?
- The Curse of Edgar was produced in France.