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Okie

2024-10-16 · 86 min · ★ 4.0

Drama

Louie, an acclaimed writer, returns to his hometown after his father's death. Confronted with a host of people from his past, Louie is forced to reconcile with the stories he's stolen, misrepresented, or downright exploited for profit.

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Directors
Kate Cobb
Production companies
Chicago Media Angels
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Scott Michael FosterScott Michael FosterLouie Mulgrin
Kevin BigleyKevin BigleyTravis Young
Kate CobbKate CobbLainey Gambie
Josef BetteJosef BetteJJ Calhoun
Janet Ulrich BrooksJanet Ulrich BrooksWilma Gambie
Dan J. JohnsonDan J. JohnsonSteve Harris
Shariba RiversDr. Qawi
Stephen SpencerHerman Mulgrin
Rochelle TherrienRochelle TherrienBridgette Walker
Michael WallerMichael WallerKevin Miller

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