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The Greater Meaning of Water

2010-07-06 · 60 min · ★ 7.5

Drama

Freediver Max Avery (Justin Flint Williford) journeys to his inner-most depths as he pursues competitive freediving as a relief from a chronic lung disease. Yet his passion for the extreme sport is widening a rift between him and his father (Mark Brunetti), a physician, who hears his son's risky descents will cost him his life. As Max trains for one last world record attempt, he must convince his father that the perilous dive may be his only chance of triumphing over his illness.

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Sky Christopherson
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USD 24

Top Cast

Martie AshworthResident Physician
Mark BrunettiWilliam Avery
Tamara ChristophersonAthlete Extra
John HawkDr. Vernon
Hollis LondonOlivia Garner
Jeff PolinskyFreediving Coach
Eric TriggDrug Control Agent
Von WareSports Athlete
Justin WillifordMax Avery

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