My American Cousin (1985)
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58% of users liked it
(106 ratings)
Set in the late '50s, the life of a young Canadian girl (Margaret Langrick) is plagued by boredom until her older California cousin Butch (John Wildman) visits her house. With a healthy dose of James Dean rebelliousness, Butch introduces her to rock & roll and chewing gum, among other things.… More Set in the late '50s, the life of a young Canadian girl (Margaret Langrick) is plagued by boredom until her older California cousin Butch (John Wildman) visits her house. With a healthy dose of James Dean rebelliousness, Butch introduces her to rock & roll and chewing gum, among other things. The film won big at Canada's 1985 Genie Awards, carting off the Best Picture trophy, as well as Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Screenplay. ~ John Bush, Rovi
- Directed By
- Sandy Wilson
- Genres
- Drama, Kids & Family, Comedy
PG,
- In Theaters
- Nov 1, 1985 Wide
- Studio
- Media Home Entertainment
Critic Reviews
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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
An energetic and authentic portrait of a 12-year-old girl's coming of age that reveals the mixed feelings young people have about sex, rebellion, independence, and self-esteem
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Dustin Putman, DustinPutman.com
The film works a gentle spell around its viewer, and ends up leaving an unexpected lasting impression.
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Cast
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Margaret Langrick
as Sandy Wilcox
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Richard Donat
as Maj. Wilcox
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Jane Mortifee
as Kitty Wilcox
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T.J. Scott
as Lenny McPhee
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Camille Henderson
as Shirley Darling
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Babs Chula
as Mr. Dolly Walker
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Micki Maunsell
as Granny Wilcox
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John Stuart Wildman
as Butch Walker
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Gabriella Martinelli
as Lulu
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Terry Moore
as Mrs. Walker
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Tom Braidwood
as Wally
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Nicola Cavendish
as Gladys Rutherford
- John Wildman
