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Role of a Lifetime
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Role of a Lifetime

2020-05-06 · 13 min · ★ 4.0

Drama · Thriller · Romance · Mystery · Horror

Amber, an eccentric child-turned-adult star, and her lover Liz are moving slow after a romantic evening celebrating Amber’s recent Oscar Nomination. Liz awakens to a strange and invasive postal worker who seems fascinated with Hollywood stars, secretly enters the apartment. The film continues to be filled with secrets of longing, love, and the pain of rejection.

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Directors
Ashlei Hardenburg-Cartagena
Production companies
Mattioli Productions
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Status
Released

Top Cast

Larena Danielle WinnJade O’Shea
Elyse WinnAmber O’Shea
Rain Dove DubilewskiRain Dove DubilewskiLiz
Steve WolfRichard
Cory HindorffCory HindorffTalk Show Host

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