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Paterno (TV)

HBO Classics

5.5

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Original title

Paterno

Year

2018

Running time

105 min.

Country

United States

Director

Barry Levinson

Screenwriter

Debora Cahn, David McKenna, John C. Richards

Cast

Music

Evgueni Galperine, Sacha Galperine

Cinematography

Marcell Rév

Producer

Edward R. Pressman Film, Levinson - The Fontana Company. Distributor: HBO

Genre

Drama | TV Movie. Based on a true story. Biography. American Football. Sexual Abuse

Synopsis

The film centers on Joe Paterno, who, after becoming the winningest coach in college football history, is embroiled in Penn State's Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse scandal, challenging his legacy and forcing him to face questions of institutional failure regarding the victims.

Awards: 2018: Emmy: Nominated for Best TV Movie & Directing

2018: Producers Guild Awards (PGA): Nominated for TV Movie

2018: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Nom. for Best Director (Mini Series/TV Movie)

2018: Writers Guild of America (WGA): Nom. for Best Screenplay (Long Form - Original)

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Paterno (TV)

2018

Barry Levinson

5.5

(490)