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Bad

2007-09-08 · 30 min · ★ 8.6

Drama · Family

This film puts you inside the head of a dyslexic child trying to get through the 5th grade in the 1970's.

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Directors
Vincenzo Giammanco
Production companies
Chartwell School
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 40,000

Top Cast

Remy ThorneRemy ThorneJohn Read
Jennifer DavisLinda Read
Nancy CronigMs. Freeman
Kyle DietzDustin the Bully
Kenlyn KanouseMs. Johnson
Ed ZajacEd ZajacDan Read
Carol KraftMs. Branch
Luciana LaganaItalian Special Ed Teacher
Carla ValentineCarla ValentineNurse Whitfield
Tristan PriceTristan PriceLittle John Read

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