The Orpheus Principle

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The Orpheus Principle

2014

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Drama

Overview

A boy finds the chance to say goodbye to his deceased brother via a portal to the Underworld.

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4 members

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Philip Labes

Melvil

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Fallon Boles

Ryan

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Zachary J. Luna

The Librarian

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Austin Welsh

Alex

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