Green Flash

Green Flash

An athlete's greatest opponent is his own mind.

PG-13 2008 · 97 min · ★ 3.8 · Comedy, Drama

At the ripe old age of 30, Cameron Day has given up his chances at pro-basketball fame and settled into an aimless life. A chance encounter with a beautiful woman lands him smack in the middle of Southern California's pro beach volleyball scene. A naturally talented true athlete, he seems destined for sports stardom once again until his old demons start creeping in, threatening his chances at success.

Directed by Paul Nihipali · Written by Paul Nihipali

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David Charvet Cameron Day
Torrey DeVitto Mia Fonseca
Kristin Cavallari Lana
Brody Hutzler Jeremy Madden
Court Young Kenny Fonseca
Jaleel White Jason Bootie
Nina Kaze Cheering Fan (uncredited)

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