The American Trap

The American Trap

One of the greatest conspiracies of all time.

2008 · 110 min · ★ 4.7 · Drama, Thriller

The world is still reeling from the assassination of JFK - but has yet to lose his kid brother Bobby. In the midst of all this, a reluctant hero by the name of Lucien Rivard becomes enmeshed in a web of global political intrigue and corruption.

Directed by Charles Binamé · Written by Michel Trudeau

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