

Peridot
2022-10-04 · 63 min · ★ 5.5
Gabriel, a young male gigolo, works on Skid Row to send money to his mother back home. He forms the most unlikely friendship with Martha, an elderly woman and renowned author. “Peridot” breaks down the barriers and labels in a deeply ageist culture – a story that exemplifies that love and friendship know no age, race, gender, or label.
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- Directors
- Shayne Pax
- Production companies
- Piccadillo pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 45,000
Top Cast
Shayne PaxGabriel
Harry HainsLuke
Susan Moore HarmonMartha
Carole Ita WhiteMadame
Erin HammondJeanne
Katarina HughesCollege Student
Meredith ThomasGabriel's Mother
Marc WinnickDriver
Tuesday ThomasEve
Elaine Mani LeeEllen
Joe ChambrelloYoung Business ExecutiveTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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