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American Woman

This atmospheric drama re-imagines the kidnapping of heiress Patty Hearst in 1974 from the perspective of Jenny, a political activist tasked with hiding and protecting her.

The film is a reimagining of the 1974 kidnapping of heiress Patricia Hearst by the Symbionese Liberation Army, exploring her indoctrination into the group. The story follows Jenny, a former revolutionary, who is recruited to guard kidnapped Pauline, the Hearst character, at an isolated farmhouse. As Jenny, Juan, and Yvonne work together, their differences and motivations come to the forefront, raising questions about how long they can maintain their cohabitation and revolutionary work while evading authorities.

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Info about American Woman

Studio(s): First Generation Films, AW Canada Films

Originally Released: United States, Sep 12, 2019

Production Countries: Canada, United States

Genres:Drama