Man of Her Dreams

Man of Her Dreams

2009 · 140 min · Comedy, Drama

Marcus seems to have the perfect marriage, but a surprise visit from his long-absent sister-in-law, Louise, threatens to disrupt his serene home. Louise brings along her adopted daughter, who professes her love for Marcus's son. The news forces Marcus to share his own long-buried secret in this film adaptation of Donald Gray's stage play - a secret that may destroy his family.

Directed by Clifton Powell · Written by Donald Gray

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Jackée Harry Louise Smith
Clifton Powell Senator Marcus Gordon
Dave Hollister Kevin Brown
Christopher Williams Jamal
Buddy Lewis Cletous Jones
Shirley Murdock Grandma
Drew Sidora Erica Gordon
Ahsia Adore Taylor Chania
Chrystale Wilson Margaret Gordon

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