American Tragedy
★ 3.5 · 1981 · Crime · Drama · Romance · TV Movie
Clyde Griffiths dreams of climbing the corporate ladder and making his way into the highest circles of society. In order to fulfill his most cherished dream, Clyde is ready for absolutely anything, he will not even stop before committing a terrible and ridiculous crime...
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