American Paradise

American Paradise

American Paradise

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American Paradise

2017

0h 18m

6.8(5 votes)

Crime

Overview

A forgotten man in Trump's America attempts to shift his fate with the perfect crime. Inspired by true events.

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Cast & Crew

6 members

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Sky Elobar

Albert

Sky Elobar

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James Brooks

Grandpa Sanders

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Jimmie Fails

Jimmie Fails

Jimmie Fails

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Prentice Sanders

Prentice Sanders

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Jim Anderson

Police Officer

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Cooper Chow

Fisherman Chow

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