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The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry
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The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry

2008-04-27 · 96 min · ★ 6.9

Drama · Family

The lives of twelve year old buddies Dustin, Albert, and Mark, sharing a carefree existence in the summer of 1970, suddenly changes when Dustin makes an unexpected friend after cutting the lawn of 75 year old Jonathan Sperry. As the old man shares lessons in faith with the preteen trio, a spiritual transformation occurs.

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Directors
Rich Christiano
Production companies
Christiano Film Group, Five & Two Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 1,000,000
Revenue
USD 1,169,828

Top Cast

Gavin MacLeodGavin MacLeodJonathan Sperry
Jansen PanettiereJansen PanettiereDustin
Frankie Ryan ManríquezFrankie Ryan ManríquezAlbert
Allen IsaacsonMark
Robert GuillaumeRobert GuillaumeMr. Barnes
Bailey GarnoTanya
Taylor BogganNick
Mary Jean BentleyDustin's mother

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