The Unexpected Race

The Unexpected Race

2018 · 92 min · ★ 3.0 · Drama

A young woman named Amber is sent to live with her father who she hasn't seen in over 10 years after suffering a car accident that takes the life of her mother. As Amber is healing she discovers a man hiding in the woods that is an elf. She finds out Elves have always lived, but he is the last being a FBI agent was sent out to destroy them. As they fall in love, Lythorin must make a decision if he wants to stay with Amber or stay alone.

Directed by Stephen Groo · Written by Stephen Groo

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