The Myth of Fingerprints
Genres
Overview
When a New England dysfunctional family gathers for Thanksgiving, past demons reveal themselves as one son returns for the first time in three years.
Details
Budget
$2000000
Revenue
$458815
Runtime
93 min
Release Date
1997-09-17
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
32
Vote Average
4.906
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