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Lessons in Self-Defense

2009•12m
Drama

Ben wants nothing more than to have his estranged 15-year-old daughter, Victoria, back in his life. When Victoria asks to meet with him, Ben eagerly seizes the opportunity, but quickly realizes that her reasons for coming back into his life have nothing to do with reconciliation.

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Production

York Productions, Big Nose Baby

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Ashley Ann-Michaels

Victoria

Alfred Molina

Alfred Molina

Ben

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