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Who directed the film Catch Me If You Can?
Who directed the film Catch Me If You Can?
Which actor starred in the film alongside Tom Hanks?
Which actor starred in the film alongside Tom Hanks?
Whose semi-autobiographical book is the screenplay based on?
Whose semi-autobiographical book is the screenplay based on?
When was the film version of Abagnale's book first contemplated?
When was the film version of Abagnale's book first contemplated?
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Who bought the film rights to Abagnale's book?
Who bought the film rights to Abagnale's book?
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Study Notes
Film Details
- Directed by Steven Spielberg, known for his influential contributions to cinema.
- Tom Hanks stars alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, who plays the lead role of Frank Abagnale Jr.
Source Material
- The screenplay is based on the semi-autobiographical book written by Frank W. Abagnale Jr. and Stan Redding, detailing Abagnale's life as a con artist.
Development Timeline
- The film adaptation was first contemplated in the late 1990s, indicating a lengthy development process before its release.
- DreamWorks acquired the film rights to Abagnale's book, which facilitated the production of the movie.
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Test your knowledge of the film "Catch Me If You Can" with this quiz! See how much you know about the true story of Frank Abagnale Jr.'s incredible life of crime and deception, as portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio, and the pursuit of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, played by Tom Hanks.
