

Quid Pro Quo
2008-06-13 · 82 min · ★ 5.4
A semi-paralyzed radio reporter is sent out to investigate a story that leads him into an odd subculture and on a journey of disturbing self-realization.
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- Directors
- Carlos Brooks
- Production companies
- HDNet Films, Sanford%2FPillsbury Productions
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Nick StahlIsaac Knott
Vera FarmigaFiona Ankany
Jacob PittsHugh
Aimee MullinsRaine
James FrainFather Dave
Kate BurtonMerilee
Jessica HechtEdie
Dylan BrunoScott
Phil LaMarrWannabe Group Leader
Pablo SchreiberBrooster
Leonardo NamEngineer
Michal SinnottIsaac's Mom
Joshua LeonardIsaac's Dad
Ashlie AtkinsonCandy
Ellen MarlowYoung Fiona
Tommy NelsonYoung Isaac
Jamie McShaneMan on Sidewalk
Carmela MarnerFemale WannabeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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