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Ambition

"To write the perfect thriller I had to get into the mind of a murderer. Now I can't get out."

June 2, 1991 1h 34m 3.8/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1991. Ambition is a horror/thriller film. directed by Scott D. Goldstein.

Starring Lou Diamond Phillips, Clancy Brown, and Cecilia Peck

Synopsis

Mitchell Osgood dreams of being a famous writer, but the book he has written constantly is rejected by the editors. When the psychopathic killer Albert Merrik is released from prison after 15 years, Osgood believes that writing down the history of his crimes could be his breakthrough. Although he refuses to talk to him at first, Osgood follows him around and offers him a job in his book shop. To get the right impressions for his book, he feels that he has to experience Merrik psychopathic again.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 2, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ambition about?

Mitchell Osgood dreams of being a famous writer, but the book he has written constantly is rejected by the editors. When the psychopathic killer Albert Merrik is released from prison after 15 years...

Who directed Ambition?

Ambition was directed by Scott D. Goldstein.

How long is Ambition?

Ambition has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was Ambition released?

Ambition was released on June 2, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ambition?

The main cast of Ambition includes Lou Diamond Phillips, Clancy Brown, Cecilia Peck, Willard E. Pugh, Richard Bradford.