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American Short Story Collection: Paul's Case

1980 Rated NR 52m

Desperate to be part of polite society and experience high culture, a sensitive working-class boy (Eric Roberts) steals money from his employer and makes his way to New York, where he begins to live out his fantasy. Based on Willa Cather's character study, this thoughtfully rendered episode of the "American Short Story Collection" is hosted by Henry Fonda. Lindsay Crouse and Michael Higgins co-star. Lamont Johnson directs.

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Movie Details

Cast
Eric Roberts, Michael Higgins, Gus Kaikkonen, Tom Stewart, Lindsay Crouse, Justine Johnson
Director
Lamont Johnson
Genres
Drama, Dramas Based on Classic Literature, Made-for-TV Movies, Dramas Based on the Book, PBS
This movie is
Dark
Format
DVD
Ratings
NR
Not rated. This movie has not been rated by the MPAA.
Screen formats

Full Screen 1.33:1

Subtitles

No

Closed captioned

Yes

Language and sound

English: Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo

Other features

Color; interactive menus; scene access.