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The Music Never Stopped
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The Music Never Stopped

2011-03-18 · 105 min · ★ 7.2

Drama

Henry struggles to bond with his estranged son, Gabriel, who suffers from a brain tumor that prevents him from forming new memories. With Gabriel unable to shed the beliefs and interests that caused their physical and emotional distance, Henry must learn to embrace his son's choices and try to connect with him through music.

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Directors
Jim Kohlberg
Production companies
Mr. Tamborine Man, Essential Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 4,000,000
Revenue
USD 253,899

Top Cast

J.K. SimmonsJ.K. SimmonsHenry Sawyer
Lou Taylor PucciLou Taylor PucciGabriel Sawyer
Julia OrmondJulia OrmondDianne Daley
Cara SeymourCara SeymourHelen Sawyer
Mía MaestroMía MaestroCelia
Tammy BlanchardTammy BlanchardTamara
Scott AdsitScott AdsitDr. Biscow
James UrbaniakJames UrbaniakMike Tappin
Max AntisellYoung Gabriel
Peggy GormleyPeggy GormleyFlorence
Ryan KarelsRyan KarelsBernie
Josh SegarraJosh SegarraMark Ferris
Xander JohnsonXander JohnsonWeed
Jesse RocheJesse RocheSteve
Erica FaeErica FaeCollege Representative
Matthew J. McCarthyMatthew J. McCarthyCarl
Rashad EdwardsRashad EdwardsPolice Officer
Wade MyliusWade MyliusActivist
James EasonJames EasonHippie Vendor
Rich CampbellRich CampbellBob Weir

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