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The Exploding Girl
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The Exploding Girl

2010-03-12 · 80 min · ★ 5.9

Drama

On a summer break from college, Ivy, a young epileptic woman, struggles to balance her feelings for her fledgling boyfriend while her friend Al crashes with her for the season.

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Directors
Bradley Rust Gray
Production companies
Oscilloscope
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Zoe KazanZoe KazanIvy
Mark RendallMark RendallAl
Maryann UrbanoMaryann UrbanoIvy's Mom
Hunter CanningHunter CanningCary
Franklin PippGreg
Kay GoldbergJennifer
Margot Ruth TenenbaumCousin
Nichael Alexander EisnerCousin's Husband
Genevieve T. EisnerBaby
Caseyarnoux CharlotDoctor
Caroline ElaineDog Owner

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