Matrimonium

Matrimonium

NR 2005 · 88 min · ★ 5.8 · Comedy

In order to win the million dollar payoff from a reality show, straight Malcolm Caulfield must convince his friends and family that he will marry a man. Hilarity ensues.

Directed by Michael D. Akers

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