American Roulette
Synopsis
Carlos Quintas, the democratically-elected president of an unnamed South American country, has been deposed by a military coup. He is in London, the head of a government in exile, rallying international support. He is also a poet of talent and reputation, in love with Kate, his assistant, who has a secret of her own and keeps Carlos at a distance. The generals have a team of professionals in London bent on kidnap and assassination. Hovering around Carlos are two Russians, who may be KGB, an American book publisher, who may be CIA, an elusive Brit, probably from her majesty's secret service, and his own few supporters. Is Carlos doomed? Whom can he trust?
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Amerikanisches Roulette (GB/AUS 1988 "American Roulette") Trailer deutsch / german VHS
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Montreal World Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Hatton
- Screenplay & Story
- Maurice Hatton, Pablo Neruda
- Original Title
- American Roulette
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Hatton
Maurice Hatton, Pablo Neruda
Verity Lambert
Department Leadership Roster
Maurice Hatton
Writer
Maurice Hatton
Director
Pablo Neruda
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Roulette
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What is American Roulette about?
Carlos Quintas, the democratically-elected president of an unnamed South American country, has been deposed by a military coup. He is in London, the head of a government in exile, rallying international support. He is also a poet of talent and reputation, in love with Kate, his assistant, who has a secret of her own and keeps Carlos at a distance. The generals have a team of professionals in London bent on kidnap and assassination. Hovering around Carlos are two Russians, who may be KGB, an American book publisher, who may be CIA, an elusive Brit, probably from her majesty's secret service, and his own few supporters. Is Carlos doomed? Whom can he trust?
Who directed American Roulette?
American Roulette was directed by Maurice Hatton.
Who stars in American Roulette?
The principal cast of American Roulette includes Andy Garcia, Kitty Aldridge, Guy Bertrand, Ricardo Sibelo, Lino Omoboni.
When was American Roulette released and how long is it?
American Roulette was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Roulette?
American Roulette holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).