The Actress

The Actress

2005 · 92 min · ★ 3.3 · Comedy, Drama

Three deeply flawed and lonely housemates turn on each other when the opportunity of love knocks on their front door.

Directed by Zak Hilditch · Written by Zak Hilditch

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