Brightest Star

2013, Comedy/Romance, 1h 20m

15 Reviews 250+ Ratings

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Movie Info

After his girlfriend dumps him, a young man (Chris Lowell) tries to become the kind of person she desires, but his growing love for a singer (Jessica Szohr) and some advice from an astronomer (Allison Janney) help him remain true to himself.

Cast & Crew

Chris Lowell
The Boy
Jessica Szohr
Lita
Allison Janney
The Astronomer
Clark Gregg
Mr. Markovic
Rose McIver
Charlotte
Peter Jacobson
Dr. Lambert
Elvy Yost
Jodi
Peter Maloney
Uncle Ivan
Maggie Kiley
Director
Maggie Kiley
Screenwriter
Matthew Mullen
Screenwriter
Jason Potash
Producer
Paul Finkel
Producer
Kyle Heller
Producer
Gina Resnick
Producer
Chayse Irvin
Cinematography
Cindy Thoennessen
Film Editing
Franklin Peterson
Film Editing
Matt Hyland
Production Design
Anney Perrine
Costume Design
Matthew Puckett
Original Music
Mandy Sherman
Casting
Sari Knight
Casting
Lee Clayton
Art Director
Ryan Brennan
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