An American Dream

An American Dream (Film), released 1966 — adapted from An American Dream by Norman Mailer.

Stephen Rojack is a decorated war vet who has now found success as an outspoken television personality. During a vicious argument with his wife, Deborah, Stephen snaps and pushes her from his high-rise apartment to her death. He manages to convince the authorities that she killed herself, then reignites an old affair with singer Cherry McMahon -- which doesn't sit well with her jealous mobster boyfriend, Nicky.

Starring Stuart Whitman, Janet Leigh, Eleanor Parker, Barry Sullivan, Lloyd Nolan.

Directed by Robert Gist.

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