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I Smile Back (2015)

R  |   |  Drama  |  23 October 2015 (USA)
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Laney Brooks does bad things. Married with kids, she takes the drugs she wants, sleeps with the men she wants, disappears when she wants. Now, with the destruction of her family looming, ... See full summary »

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Laney Brooks does bad things. Married with kids, she takes the drugs she wants, sleeps with the men she wants, disappears when she wants. Now, with the destruction of her family looming, and temptation everywhere, Laney makes one last desperate attempt at redemption.

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Love desperately, live recklessly.

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Rated R for strong sexual content, substance abuse/disturbing behavior, and language

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Laney: Nobody tells you that it's terrifying to love something so much.
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