American Nails
Synopsis
The rise and fall of a modern Phaedra, in a tale set in the gangster world of primal violence, power and revenge. This no-holds-barred retelling of Euripides’ masterpiece pits its protagonist against the male-dominated remnants of power and entitlement, in the shadow of the Roman Empire in contemporary Italy.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abel Ferrara
- Screenplay & Story
- Rossella De Venuto, Abel Ferrara
- Original Title
- American Nails
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Rimsky Productions, Maze Pictures, BMovie Italia, Tribune Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abel Ferrara
Rossella De Venuto, Abel Ferrara
Sean Price Williams
Philipp Kreuzer, Diana Phillips
Department Leadership Roster
Philipp Kreuzer
Producer
Rossella De Venuto
Writer
Abel Ferrara
Writer
Abel Ferrara
Director
Diana Phillips
Producer
Sean Price Williams
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Nails
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Nails about?
The rise and fall of a modern Phaedra, in a tale set in the gangster world of primal violence, power and revenge. This no-holds-barred retelling of Euripides’ masterpiece pits its protagonist against the male-dominated remnants of power and entitlement, in the shadow of the Roman Empire in contemporary Italy.
Who directed American Nails?
American Nails was directed by Abel Ferrara.
Who stars in American Nails?
The principal cast of American Nails includes Asia Argento, Willem Dafoe.
When was American Nails released and how long is it?
American Nails was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of Unknown.