Overview

Jenna Lane is a young woman trying to escape family pressure to become an Olympic athlete and define her own individuality. Her mother is Celia, a deeply disturbed woman with addictions to emotional abuse and handguns. As she attempts to manipulate Jenna and feed her addictions, Celia grows increasingly irrational and ultimately spirals out of control.

Cast

Rebecca De Mornay, Jane McGregor, Matt Craven, Nicholas Lea, Ryan McDonald, Anna Amoroso, Agam Darshi, Ben Immanuel

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What is "American Venus" about?

Jenna Lane is a young woman trying to escape family pressure to become an Olympic athlete and define her own individuality. Her mother is Celia, a deeply disturbed woman with addictions to emotional abuse and handguns. As she attempts to manipulate Jenna and feed her addictions, Celia grows increasingly irrational and ultimately spirals out of control.

When was "American Venus" released?

American Venus was released in 2007.

Who stars in "American Venus"?

The cast includes Rebecca De Mornay, Jane McGregor, Matt Craven, Nicholas Lea.