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The Curse of Edgar

20131h 32mMarc Dugain
IMDb 6.5

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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.

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What is The Curse of Edgar (2013) 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,…

Who stars in The Curse of Edgar?

The Curse of Edgar stars Brian Cox (Edgar Hoover), Anthony Higgins (Clyde Tolson), Keith Hill (Psychoanalyst), Francis Huster (Narrateur), Răzvan Hîncu (Agent Fisk). The film was directed by Marc Dugain.

How long is The Curse of Edgar?

The Curse of Edgar has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2013.

Is The Curse of Edgar worth watching?

The Curse of Edgar holds an IMDb rating of 6.5/10. Fans of TV Movie, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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