American Taboo

American Taboo

★ 4.2IMDb Score
Released:1983-04-16
Genre:Drama
Duration:94 min
Director:Steve Lustgarten
Actors:Jay Horenstein, Nicole Harrison, Hester Schell, Walter Shane
Production:Lustgarten Entertainment Organization

Overview:

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.

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