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Way Past Cool (2003)

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Rated: R [See Full Rating] for pervasive language, violence and substance abuse - all involving kids

Runtime: 1 hr 36 mins

Genre: Dramas

Theatrical Release:Dec 10, 2003 Limited

Synopsis: Legendary storytellers Norman Lear ("All In The Family") and Milos Forman (director of AMADEUS and ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST) present this story of life in the streets of downtown Oakland... Legendary storytellers Norman Lear ("All In The Family") and Milos Forman (director of AMADEUS and ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOOS NEST) present this story of life in the streets of downtown Oakland where drug deals and rivalries create havoc in the neighborhoods. This film was adapted from Jess Mowry's award-winning best-selling novel and shows the effects of poverty and hopelessness in America's inner cities. [More]

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