Top Cast
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Nick Stahl
Chris
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Summer Phoenix
Samantha
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Aaron Paul
Owen
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Britt Irvin
Amy (as Brittney Irvin)
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Andrew Airlie
Samantha's Father
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Tony Massil
Brad
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Jacqueline Samuda
Chris' Mom
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Barbara Gates Wilson
Dr. Maxwell
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Derek Richards
Chris' Dad
Overview
A high-school track star (Nick Stahl) watches without judgment as his two best friends (Summer Phoenix, Aaron Paul) abuse heroin.
Rating
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