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Better Than I Was

Better Than I Was

How can you begin to untangle the roots when you can't even recognize the flower?

Genres

DramaFamily

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After six years of estrangement, Gene returns home for Thanksgiving. In the events leading up to dinner, Gene attempts to reconnect with their sister and brother, both resentful of Gene's long absence, while the unwavering conservatism of their parents poses a challenge to Gene's authenticity.

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Budget

$3000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

17 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

Invalid date

Country

United States of America

Cast

Rosemary Anne Blank

Rosemary Anne Blank

Gene

Olivia Francis

Olivia Francis

Alice

Jonathan Heatley

Jonathan Heatley

Frank

Olivia De Paux

Olivia De Paux

Sheila

Robert Austin Love

Robert Austin Love

Mark

Mackenzie Shaye Murray

Mackenzie Shaye Murray

Documentary Subject (voice)

Andy Pedroza

Andy Pedroza

Documentary Narrator (voice)

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