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American Primitive

Family is family no matter what.
Jul 11, 2009 · 1h 36m
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Set in 1973 and inspired by true events, 'Wild About Harry' follows the havoc wreaked in a teen girl’s life when she discovers that her widowed father is gay. Alternately comic and tragic and anchored by an impressive ensemble cast, the film captures both the freedoms and the homophobia of the time – all set against the backdrop of small town America on Cape Cod. British widower Harry Goodhart decides to make a fresh start and moves with his teenage daughters to Cape Cod in 1973. But Harry can't leave behind the secret that threatens to tear his family apart. Adjusting to their new lives proves difficult for the girls when they discover that the connection between their dad and his partner is more than just a working relationship.

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CAST

Tate Donovan
Harry
Adam Pascal
Theo
Danielle Savre
Madeline Goodhart
Skye McCole Bartusiak
Daisy Goodhart
Josh Peck
Spoke White
Corey Sevier
Sam
Susan Anspach
Martha
James B. Sikking
William Cauldicott
Directed by Gwen Wynne

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
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Revenue
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Production
Avery Productions
Country
US

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