The Hottest State

The Hottest State

★ 5.5IMDb Score
Released:2007-06-27
Duration:117 min
Director:Ethan Hawke
Actors:Mark Webber, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sonia Braga, Ethan Hawke, Josh Zuckerman
Production:Barracuda Films, Elixir Films, Under the Influence Productions, Entertainment Farm

Overview:

A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.

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