Capturing the Friedmans
"Who do you believe?"
Originally released in 2003. Capturing the Friedmans is a documentary/crime film. directed by Andrew Jarecki.
Starring Arnold Friedman, Elaine Friedman, and David Friedman
Synopsis
An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interviews people from different sides of this tragic story and raises the question of whether they were rightfully tried when they claim they were innocent and there was never any evidence against them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 30, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (352 votes)
Box Office
$4.1M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Arnold Friedman
as Self (archive footage)
Elaine Friedman
as Self
David Friedman
as Self
Jesse Friedman
as Self
Seth Friedman
as Self (archive footage)
John McDermott
as Self - Postal Inspector
Frances Galasso
as Self - Ret. Director, Sex Crimes Unit
Anthony Sgueglia
as Self - Detective, Sex Crimes Unit
Joseph Onorato
as Self - Asst. District Attorney
Judd Martin
as Self - Jesse's Best Friend in High School
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $4,076,990
Production Companies
- HBO Documentary Films
- Notorious Pictures
- Magnolia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capturing the Friedmans about?
An Oscar nominated documentary about a middle-class American family who is torn apart when the father Arnold and son Jesse are accused of sexually abusing numerous children. Director Jarecki interv...
Who directed Capturing the Friedmans?
Capturing the Friedmans was directed by Andrew Jarecki.
How long is Capturing the Friedmans?
Capturing the Friedmans has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Capturing the Friedmans released?
Capturing the Friedmans was released on May 30, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Capturing the Friedmans?
The main cast of Capturing the Friedmans includes Arnold Friedman, Elaine Friedman, David Friedman, Jesse Friedman, Seth Friedman.
Is Capturing the Friedmans worth watching?
Capturing the Friedmans has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 352 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.