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1998 · 107 min · R

Apt Pupil

Directed by Bryan Singer · Drama, Thriller

Apt Pupil (1998) is a Drama film, directed by Bryan Singer set in California during the 1980s. It runs 107 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of obsession run throughout.

Composer
John Ottman
Cinematography
Newton Thomas Sigel
Cast
Ian McKellenBrad RenfroBruce DavisonElias KoteasJoe MortonJan TřískaMichael ByrneHeather McComb

The world of this film

Setting

Where
California
Setting
Suburban
When
1980s

Premise & themes

Themes
Obsession
Tone
TenseBleak

Shape

Protagonist
Two HanderAntihero
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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