Films based on American novels

The Ice Storm

Film Age rating: 15 Year: 1997 IMDB Rating: 7.4

In the weekend after thanksgiving 1973 the Hood family is skidding out of control. Then an ice storm hits, the worst in a century.

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A Dog Named Christmas

Film Age rating: 8 Year: 2009 IMDB Rating: 7.4

A developmentally challenged young man with a penchant for caring for animals in need sets out to convince his family - and their whole rural community - to participate in a local shelter's inaugural...

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Hombre

Film Age rating: 8 Year: 1967 IMDB Rating: 7.4

John Russell, disdained by his "respectable" fellow stagecoach passengers because he was raised by Indians, becomes their only hope for survival when they are set upon by outlaws.

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The Lost Valentine

Film Age rating: 7 Year: 2011 IMDB Rating: 7.4

A young and cynical female journalist learns love may transcend trials and time as she discovers a story that will change her life forever. When war separates lovers on their wedding anniversary Feb....

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The Postman Always Rings Twice

Film Age rating: 10 Year: 1946 IMDB Rating: 7.4

A married woman and a drifter fall in love, then plot to murder her husband.

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The Lusty Men

Film Age rating: 3 Year: 1952 IMDB Rating: 7.4

Retired rodeo champion Jeff McCloud agrees to mentor novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt against the wishes of Merritt's wife who fears the dangers of this rough sport.

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The Young Philadelphians

Film Age rating: 12 Year: 1959 IMDB Rating: 7.4

Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to bal...

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Criss Cross

Film Age rating: 9 Year: 1949 IMDB Rating: 7.4

Burt Lancaster plays Steve Thompson, a man who seals his dark fate when he returns to Los Angeles to find his ex-wife Anna Dundee (Yvonne DeCarlo) eager to rekindle their love against all better judge...

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