

The Love Effect
2016-02-22 · 30 min · ★ 8.0
The journey of two men wrestling with loss, suicide and their unexpected friendship that helps them rediscover life's greatest gift.
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- Directors
- Drue Metz
- Production companies
- Swanky Flicks
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 30,000
Top Cast
Tyler AtkinsTom
Ari BlinderRobbie
Jessica BlackmorePiaTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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