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Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired

The truth couldn't fit in the headlines.

20086.31h 39m

Overview

Examines the public scandal and private tragedy which led to legendary director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.

Directed by Marina Zenovich
Written by Joe Bini, P. G. Morgan, Marina Zenovich
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Top Cast

Andrew Braunsberg

Andrew Braunsberg

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Richard Brenneman

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Douglas Dalton

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Marilyn Beck

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Steve Barshop

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Madeline Bessmer

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Michael M. Crain

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Samantha Geimer

Samantha Geimer

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Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow

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Pedro Almodóvar

Pedro Almodóvar

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Themes & Keywords

biographywoman directorcrime

About Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired is a documentary film released in 2008 exploring themes of biography, woman director, crime. Directed by Marina Zenovich, it stars Andrew Braunsberg, Richard Brenneman, Douglas Dalton. Examines the public scandal and private tragedy which led to legendary director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.

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