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American Desert

American Desert

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American Desert

2021

1h 22m

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Recently returned combat veteran Matt Benning (Will Brandt) finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of drugs, violence, and toxic love that eventually has him running-and hiding-for his life.

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6 featured cast members

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Will Brandt

Will Brandt

Matt Benning

Ruby Modine

Ruby Modine

Brandi Wells

Michael Ironside

Michael Ironside

Uncle Bill

Amber Viera

Amber Viera

Katya

Callum Blue

Callum Blue

Ryan

Robert LaSardo

Robert LaSardo

Mike

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Directed by: Adrian Bartol
Written by: Adrian Bartol
Will Brandt

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