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Throw

2016•10m
Documentary

The story of an outsider from East Baltimore, an area challenged by gang violence and poverty. Often misunderstood, Coffin Nachtmahr found acceptance among a subculture of “throwers” and it turns out, he’s a virtuoso. He now helps others find a creative and social outlet by sharing the very toy that inspired him.

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Production

Early Light Media

Language

EN

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Coffin Nachtmahr

Himself

Satarian Montgomery

Himself

Eon Duzant

HImself

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