The Quiet American
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Cynical British journalist Fowler falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman but is dismayed when a naïve U.S. official also begins vying for her attention. In retaliation, Fowler informs the communists that the American is selling arms to their enemy.
The Quiet American is a 2002 romance thriller that adapts Graham Greene's classic novel, following a cynical British journalist in Vietnam who becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle with a young Vietnamese woman and a naive U.S. official. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, the film explores themes of political intrigue, moral ambiguity, and doomed romance.
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Michael CaineThomas Fowler
Brendan FraserAlden Pyle
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Tzi MaHinh
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Robert StantonJoe Tunney
Holmes OsborneBill Granger
Ngo Quang HaiGeneral Thế
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Mathias MlekuzFrench Captain- Kevin TranWatch Tower Soldier
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The Quiet American — frequently asked
When was The Quiet American released?
The film was released on November 22, 2002.
Is The Quiet American based on a book?
Yes, it is an adaptation of Graham Greene's 1955 novel of the same name.
What is the plot about?
A cynical British journalist falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman during the Cold War era, but complications arise when a naïve U.S. official also pursues her, leading Fowler to take drastic measures with dangerous political consequences.
Where can I watch The Quiet American?
As a 2002 theatrical release, it is available through various streaming platforms, rental services, and physical media; availability varies by region and service.
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