Happenstance

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Happenstance

"hold the door."

2018

0h 7m

9.0(1 votes)

Comedy

Drama

Overview

The story of a young artist and an unexpected friend - as told by their interactions inside of an elevator.

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2 featured cast members

Starring

Jessica Stratman

Camila Everett

Andrew Truong

David Vu

Creative team

Directed by: Immanuel Steinberg
Written by: Immanuel Steinberg

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