My American Cousin
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My American Cousin is a Canadian drama film, released in 1985.
Written and directed by Sandy Wilson based on her own childhood, the film stars Margaret Langrick as Sandy Wilcox, a pre-teen girl growing up on a ranch in rural British Columbia, whose longing to be treated as an adult is roused even further when her older American cousin Butch Walker (John Wildman) comes for a visit.
In true life, Sandy Wilson grew up in Penticton on the Paradise Ranch with her three brothers.
The film's cast also includes Richard Donat, Jane Mortifee, Babz Chula and Camille Henderson.
[edit] Awards
My American Cousin won six awards at the 7th Genie Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director (Wilson), Best Original Screenplay (Wilson), Best Actor (Wildman), Best Actress (Langrick) and Best Film Editing (Haida Paul).
The film was also nominated for Best Supporting Actor (Donat), Best Sound, Best Sound Editing, Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design, but did not win those awards.
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