The Unvarnished Boy

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The Unvarnished Boy

2010

0h 19m

5.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

A young boy struggles with life on the streets of Vancouver's dangerous and soul-consuming lower East side.

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Cast & Crew

12 members

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Sean Mathieson

Paul

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Yolanda Jessel

Wendy

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Craig March

Cop

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David Beairsto

Club Owner

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Broadus Mattison

Bouncer

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Leanne Merrett

Paul's Mother

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Chris Olson

Fighting Boyfriend

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Juliana Wimbles

Fighting Girlfriend

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Tiera Skovbye

Underage Kid #1

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Devon Busswood

Underage Kid #2

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Jackson Weaver White

Underage Kid #3

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Simon Drake

Flowershop Merchant

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