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Control Factor

2003-01-18 · 84 min · ★ 4.9

TV Movie · Action · Science Fiction · Thriller

An average everyman discovers he's the unwitting target of an ultra secret domestic black-op centering on mind control.

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Directors
Nelson McCormick
Production companies
Syfy, S Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Adam BaldwinAdam BaldwinLance Bishop
Elizabeth BerkleyElizabeth BerkleyKaren Bishop
Tony ToddTony ToddReggie
Conrad DunnConrad DunnThrillkill
Ann MarinDarco
John NevilleJohn NevilleDirector
Peter SpenceTrevor Constantine
Susan PotvinSusan
David FerryDavid FerryDetective Jordan
Anthony J. MifsudAnthony J. MifsudHomeless Trance Man
Raoul BhanejaRaoul BhanejaClerk
Joel RinzlerJoel RinzlerAbused Husband
Louise GauthierMommy
Colm MagnerDaddy
Carrie EklundCarrie EklundProstitute
Brad WietersenManacled Submissive
Hayden BaptisteGang Member #1
Nanci SteeleCoffee Shop Waitress
Kelly S. KingKelly S. KingFemale Pedestrian
Michael B. KingMale Pedestrian

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