Magnum Opus

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Magnum Opus

"Truth. Justice. And other casualties of war."

2017

1h 23m

6.3(3 votes)

Drama

Thriller

Overview

This spy thriller pits veteran-turned-artist, Daniel Cliff, against US intelligence, and secrets from his past lead to hellish journey of lies, betrayal, and government retribution.

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Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

Louise Griffiths

Monica Davenport

Adam J. Harrington

Daniel Cliff

Clark Johnson

Robert Cochran

Pej Vahdat

Sean Dabashi

Norm Lewis

Charlie Lutwidge

Dustin Ingram

Private Sattler

Angela Alvarado

Interrogator Garcia

Abanoob Teddawis

Mika

Ryan Ahern

Officer Kelly

Toy Lei

Officer Guo

Creative team

Directed by: Kevin Elliott
Written by: Scott Patrick Stoddard
Produced by: Amanda Upson
Kevin Elliott

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