The Curse of Edgar
La Malédiction d'Edgar
Synopsis
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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THE CURSE OF EDGAR - TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-12-06
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marc Dugain
- Screenplay & Story
- Marc Dugain
- Original Score
- Marc Tomasi
- Original Title
- La Malédiction d'Edgar
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Planète+, Program 33
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marc Dugain
Marc Dugain
Marc Tomasi
Giovanni Fiore Coltellacci
Véronique Lagoarde-Ségot
Michel Spavone, Fabrice Coat
Department Leadership Roster
Marc Dugain
Director
Laëtitia Harvey
Costume Design
Marc Dugain
Writer
Michel Spavone
Producer
Véronique Lagoarde-Ségot
Editor
Mimi Lempicka
Costume Design
Giovanni Fiore Coltellacci
Director of Photography
Fabrice Coat
Producer
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What is The Curse of Edgar 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, 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.
Who directed The Curse of Edgar?
The Curse of Edgar was directed by Marc Dugain.
Who stars in The Curse of Edgar?
The principal cast of The Curse of Edgar includes Brian Cox, Anthony Higgins, Keith Hill, Francis Huster, Răzvan Hîncu.
When was The Curse of Edgar released and how long is it?
The Curse of Edgar was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Curse of Edgar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Curse of Edgar was composed by Marc Tomasi.