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Cast and credits
Actors | Jennifer Morrison, James Frain, Josh Stewart |
Producers | Christine Alderson, Thomas Sterchi, Lars Wiebe |
Director | Matthew Thompson |
Writers | Scott Bolger, Kent Murray, Matthew Thompson |
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English
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Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
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Run time
84 minutes
Rating
R
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