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Anthony Perkins: A Life in the Shadows

Anthony Perkins: A Life in the Shadows

199945m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

1999

Runtime

45m

Storyline

"He stunned in Psycho—but do you know the truth about Anthony Perkins?"

The life of legendary actor Anthony Perkins is recounted by friends and family, colleagues and co-stars, revealing the man underneath Norman Bates.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
45m
Jan 11, 1999
Languages
EnglishFrench
Director
Selina Lin
Production
A&E Home Entertainment
A&E Home Entertainment
Production Countries
United States of America

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