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The Night Listener is a 2006 American psychological thriller film directed by Patrick Stettner and starring Robin Williams. The screenplay by Armistead Maupin, Terry Anderson, and Stettner is based on Maupin's 2000 novel The Night Listener, which was inspired by Anthony Godby Johnson.
Aug 4, 2006 · A radio host (Robin Williams) becomes obsessed with a young fan (Rory Culkin) who claims to be abused by his guardian (Toni Collette). Based on a novel by Armistead Maupin, the film explores themes of deception, paranoia and identity.
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- Crime, Drama, Horror
- Patrick Stettner
- 2006-08-04
Aug 3, 2006 · A Hitchcockian thriller about a radio host (Robin Williams) who befriends a young abuse victim (Rory Culkin) over the phone. The movie explores the themes of identity, trust and obsession, inspired by a true story by Armistead Maupin.
A psychological thriller based on Armistead Maupin's novel, starring Robin Williams and Toni Collette. Critics panned the film for its muddled plot and poor adaptation of the original story.
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- Patrick Stettner
- R
- Robin Williams
A radio host develops a mysterious relationship with a young fan who claims to be abused and dying of AIDS. He travels to Wisconsin to meet them, but doubts their existence and motives.
Aug 4, 2006 · Directed by Patrick Stettner. Crime, Mystery, Thriller. R. 1h 31m. By A.O. Scott. Aug. 4, 2006. Based on a novel by Armistead Maupin, which was based in turn on an episode in Mr. Maupin’s life,...
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Drama. arrow_forward. Academy Award® winner Robin Williams (Best Supporting Actor, Good Will Hunting, 1998) is unforgettable in a riveting, critically acclaimed psychological thriller based on true...