Directed by:
Steven SpielbergScreenplay:
Jeff NathansonCinematography:
Janusz KaminskiComposer:
John WilliamsCast:
Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, Martin Sheen, Nathalie Baye, Amy Adams, James Brolin, Brian Howe, Frank John Hughes, Steve Eastin (more)VOD (2)
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Crime-caper by Steven Spielberg, based on the true story of Frank W. Abagnale Junior. As a teenager, Abagnale (Leonardo DiCaprio) discovers he has a talent for impersonating officials, beginning with posing as a substitute teacher. Finding solace in his new gift - his mother leaves his father (Christopher Walken) after she discovers he is heavily in debt to the IRS - Abagnale goes on to impersonate airline pilots, doctors and even a lawyer, whilst also managing to con banks out of over $2 million. However, his escapades soon attract the interest of FBI agent Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks) who seems to be always one step behind. That is until Abagnale decides to settle down and discovers that his future father-in-law (Martin Sheen) is the D.A of New Orleans. The real Abagnale appears in a cameo and, after serving time in prison, now works as a consultant for preventing forgery and fraud. (Paramount Pictures AU)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 2003 - Christopher Walken (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role)
- 2003 - John Williams (Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score))
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 2003 - Christopher Walken (Best Supporting Actor)
- 2003 - Jeff Nathanson (Best Adapted Screenplay)
- 2003 - John Williams (Best Music)
- 2003 - Best Costume Design
Golden Globes
- 2003 - Leonardo DiCaprio (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama)
Critics Choice Awards
- 2003 - Steven Spielberg (Best Director)
- 2003 - John Williams (Best Composer)
- 2003 - Best Picture
Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards
- 2002 - Christopher Walken (Best Supporting Actor)