Meryl Streepscreen performanceMeryl Streep plays Susan Orlean in Adaptation.
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FILM POSTER · AdaptationAdaptation (2002)
Susan Orlean
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Susan Orlean appears in Adaptation (2002), portrayed by Meryl Streep. This page focuses on that specific screen performance and the movie around it.
Film guide · 1 film · 2002 · 1 performerTHE MOVIE
Susan Orlean on screen
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Film guide · 1 film · 2002Main sequence runtime: 1h 55m
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THE PERFORMANCE
Who plays Susan Orlean?
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Meryl Streepscreen performanceWHY THE CHARACTER WORKS
What defines Susan Orlean
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Donald Kaufman
Susan Orlean and Donald Kaufman both appear in Adaptation.
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