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Simple Men

1992-10-14 · 105 min · ★ 6.7

Crime · Drama · Romance

Two diametrically opposite brothers set off on a journey to reunite with their estranged father but when their motorcycle breaks down while passing through a small town, they become entangled in local life.

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Directors
Hal Hartley
Production companies
Zenith Entertainment, American Playhouse, Fine Line Features, BiM Distribuzione, True Fiction Pictures, Film Four International
Countries
Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Robert John BurkeRobert John BurkeBill McCabe
Bill SageBill SageDennis McCabe
Karen SillasKaren SillasKate
Elina LöwensohnElina LöwensohnElina
Martin DonovanMartin DonovanMartin
Mark Chandler BaileyMark Chandler BaileyMike
Chris CookeChris CookeVic
Jeffrey HowardNed Rifle
Holly Marie CombsHolly Marie CombsKim
Joe StevensJoe StevensJack
Damian YoungDamian YoungSheriff
Marietta MarichMarietta MarichMom
John MacKayDad
Bethany WrightBethany WrightMary
Richard ReyesSecurity Guard
James Hansen PrinceFrank
Ed GeldartEd GeldartCop at Desk
Vivian LankoVivian LankoNun
Alissa AlbanWaitress
Jo PerkinsJo PerkinsNurse Otto

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