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The Fan

1819821h 32mEckhart Schmidt
IMDb 6.6

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"An obsession gone mad."

The hero-worship that Simone has for a pop singer is built to a crescendo until she passes out when she finally sees him up-close in a crowd of fans. She is later shocked when he lets her know that he does not love her.

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Pop StarObsessionPop SingerMurderTeenage GirlCannibalObsessed FanAttempted RapeHitchhikingSkipping School

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Fan (1982) about?

The hero-worship that Simone has for a pop singer is built to a crescendo until she passes out when she finally sees him up-close in a crowd of fans. She is later shocked when he lets her know that he does not love her.

Who stars in The Fan?

The Fan stars Désirée Nosbusch (Simone), Bodo Staiger (R), Simone Brahmann (Secretary), Jonas Vischer (Father), Helga Tölle (Mother). The film was directed by Eckhart Schmidt.

How long is The Fan?

The Fan has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1982. It is rated 18.

Is The Fan worth watching?

The Fan holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of Drama, Horror are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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