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Fireflies in the Garden
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Fireflies in the Garden

2008-08-07 · 99 min · ★ 6.2

Drama

The semi-autobiographical story centers on the complexities of love and commitment in a family torn apart when faced with an unexpected tragedy.

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Production details

Directors
Dennis Lee
Production companies
Kulture Machine, Senator Film, Essential Entertainment, Senator Entertainment
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 8,000,000
Revenue
USD 6,692,182

Top Cast

Ryan ReynoldsRyan ReynoldsMichael Waechter
Willem DafoeWillem DafoeCharles Waechter
Emily WatsonEmily WatsonJane Lawrence
Julia RobertsJulia RobertsLisa Waechter
Hayden PanettiereHayden PanettiereYoung Jane
Carrie-Anne MossCarrie-Anne MossKelly Hanson
Cayden BoydCayden BoydYoung Michael Taylor
Ioan GruffuddIoan GruffuddAddison
Shannon LucioShannon LucioRyne
Chase EllisonChase EllisonChristopher Lawrence
Brooklynn ProulxBrooklynn ProulxLeslie
George NewbernGeorge NewbernJimmy
Diane PerellaDiane PerellaFlight Attendant
Natalie KarpNatalie KarpSocial Worker
Babs GeorgeBabs GeorgeNana
Frank ErtlMorgan Duncan

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