Algren (2021): Cast & Ratings
Algren is a 2021 documentary directed by Michael Caplan, starring David Pasquesi as Narrator, Algren, Nelson Algren and Russell Banks. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes. Critics gave it 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Michael Caplan
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- First Run Features
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Algren About?
The premise of Algren without spoilers.
Nelson Algren emerged as a significant literary figure in the post-World War II era, achieving widespread recognition with his National Book Award-winning novel, "The Man with the Golden Arm." He redefined American urban fiction through his raw and unflinching depictions of Chicago's working class and marginalized communities. Algren’s innovative style and powerful storytelling resonated with a diverse range of influential figures, from Ernest Hemingway and Kurt Vonnegut to Frank Sinatra and Simone de Beauvoir, solidifying his lasting impact on American literature.
Algren Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- chicago illinois
- simone de beauvoir
Algren Cast & Characters
David Pasquesi leads the cast as Narrator, Algren, with Nelson Algren and Russell Banks. Directed by Michael Caplan; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Michael Caplan
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David Pasquesi as Narrator, Algren - Nelson Algren as themselves
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Russell Banks as themselves - Billy Corgan as themselves
Also Starring in Algren
· 3 more- Barry Gifford Themselves
- Denise DeClue Themselves
- Rick Kogan Themselves
More from Michael Caplan
One more film directed by Michael Caplan: Algren.
Algren Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Algren 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Rotten Tomatoes 100% Tomatometer
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TMDB 60% User score
See on TMDB
Algren Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Algren.
Algren Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “نامۆ” and “بیگانه”.
- Also known as
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- نامۆ
- بیگانه
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Algren FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Algren, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Algren?
Algren runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was Algren released?
Algren was released on October 1, 2021.
Who directed Algren?
Algren was directed by Michael Caplan.
More films by Michael Caplan Who is in the cast of Algren?
Algren stars David Pasquesi as Narrator, Algren, Nelson Algren and Russell Banks, among 7 credited actors.
How is Algren rated?
Algren has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60% on TMDB.
Does Algren have a post-credit scene?
No. Algren has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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