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20021h 34mUnited States of America

American Magus

Synopsis

A documentary about the brilliant and versatile cult figure Harry Smith (1923-1991) – compiler of a famous three-part folk album, film-maker, painter, anthropologist, obsessive collector and thinker.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 2002

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Paola Igliori
Original Title
American Magus
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 34m
Production Studios
Inandout Digital Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paola Igliori

Department Leadership Roster

Paola Igliori

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for American Magus.

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Frequently Asked Questions About American Magus

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is American Magus about?

A documentary about the brilliant and versatile cult figure Harry Smith (1923-1991) – compiler of a famous three-part folk album, film-maker, painter, anthropologist, obsessive collector and thinker.

Who directed American Magus?

American Magus was directed by Paola Igliori.

Who stars in American Magus?

The principal cast of American Magus includes Harry Smith, Allen Ginsberg.

When was American Magus released and how long is it?

American Magus was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.