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The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands
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The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands

2013-07-07 · 28 min · Not rated

Crime · Mystery · Drama

A man afflicted with a curse while visiting Bombay, India at the turn of the 20th Century struggles to live life without ever touching another human being. His tragic lack of success in remaining free of all human contact causes the death of casual acquaintances and close friends alike. Ultimately, his curse turns back upon him and his story ends as tragically as those he affected with his curse.

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Directors
Brandon Herron
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Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Bernie AskGeorge Gregson
Wayne DeganYoung George Gregson
Melissa DickinsonLobby Girl
Aldo HernándezStevens
Tim HollingsworthJason Davidson
Sean McClearyHenry Brower
Tony MillsHotel Clerk
Matt MiltonJack Wilden
Brian MurphyAndrew French

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