The American Standards

The American Standards

★ 5.3IMDb Score
Released:2008-01-01
Genre:Drama
Duration:94 min
Director:Joe Wehinger
Actors:James Brolin, Joanna Cassidy, Corin Nemec, Kirk Kepper, Tia Mowry
Production:Skinny Giraffe films, Louisiana Production Capital

Overview:

At a crossroads in his life, Doc Jennings goes home to celebrate his mother's birthday and uncovers dramatic family secrets. Lies, affairs and afflictions bubble to the surface of his seemingly perfect family. Can they come back together or is it too late?

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