Orphans
Love moves in mysterious ways.
R 1987 · 115 min · ★ 5.7 · Drama, Crime
Brothers Treat and Philip have only had each other since they were kids, when a small-time criminal abruptly upends their routine lives.
Directed by Alan J. Pakula · Written by Lyle Kessler
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Albert Finney Harold -
Matthew Modine Treat -
Kevin Anderson Philip -
John Kellogg Barney -
Anthony Heald Man in Park -
Novella Nelson Mattie - E Elizabeth Parrish Rich Woman
- B B. Constance Barry Lady in Crosswalk
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Frank Ferrara Sr. Cab Driver - C Clifford Fearl Doorman
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