American Dreamer
“There are no free rides.”
Synopsis
A down on his luck driver making extra cash chauffeuring a low level drug dealer around town, finds himself in a serious financial bind and decides to kidnap the dealer's child.
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American Dreamer Official Trailer (2019) - Jim GaffiganOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-08-01
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 20, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Derrick Borte
- Screenplay & Story
- Derrick Borte, Daniel Forte
- Original Score
- Bryan Senti
- Original Title
- American Dreamer
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Storyland Pictures, Sugar Pictures LA, Old Dominion University, XYZ Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Derrick Borte
Derrick Borte, Daniel Forte
Bryan Senti
Eric Hurt
Soojin Chung
Jijo Reed, Nate Bolotin, Mary Vernieu, Christopher Rush Harrington, Scott Floyd Lochmus
Department Leadership Roster
Bryan Senti
Original Music Composer
Soojin Chung
Editor
Derrick Borte
Director
Derrick Borte
Writer
Eric Hurt
Director of Photography
Daniel Forte
Writer
Scott Floyd Lochmus
Producer
Jack Ryan
Production Design
Jessica Zavala
Costume Design
Luana Busetti
Costume Design
Curtis Lyons
Stunt Coordinator
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 Dreamer
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What is American Dreamer about?
A down on his luck driver making extra cash chauffeuring a low level drug dealer around town, finds himself in a serious financial bind and decides to kidnap the dealer's child.
Who directed American Dreamer?
American Dreamer was directed by Derrick Borte.
Who stars in American Dreamer?
The principal cast of American Dreamer includes Jim Gaffigan, Robbie Jones, Isabel Arraiza, Tammy Blanchard, Eric D. Hill Jr..
When was American Dreamer released and how long is it?
American Dreamer was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for American Dreamer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Dreamer was composed by Bryan Senti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Dreamer?
American Dreamer holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).