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The Amateur

2014

1h 35m

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Overview

The naturalistic musical drama explores the chaotic journey of artistic pursuit in contemporary Los Angeles. How much are you willing to lose to live your dream?

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14 members

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Joey Baldwin

Joey

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Carlotta Bosch

Fiamma

Carlotta Bosch

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Jere Burns

Joey's Dad

Jere Burns

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Jeannetta Arnette

Joey's Mom

Jeannetta Arnette

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Nick Gomez

Julio

Nick Gomez

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John Ruby

Will George

John Ruby

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Evan Boymel

Barry Johnson

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Brad Dujmovic

Brad

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Sebastian Boher

Sebastian

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Melissa Haro

Kate

Melissa Haro

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Stacey Danger

Nadine

Stacey Danger

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Aida Lembo

Janette

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Brianna Michelle Parcel

Lindsey Wheaton

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Meredith Barnett

Sarah

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