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Better Than I Was

202417mMovieDramaFamily

After six years of estrangement, Gene returns home for Thanksgiving. In the events leading up to dinner, Gene attempts to reconnect with their sister and brother, both resentful of Gene's long absence, while the unwavering conservatism of their parents poses a challenge to Gene's authenticity.

DirectorJulien Pedro
WriterR Roustom
ProducersJulien Pedro·Kat Fortey

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Cast · Directed by Julien Pedro

RB
Rosemary Anne Blank
Gene
OF
Olivia Francis
Alice
JH
Jonathan Heatley
Frank
OP
Olivia De Paux
Sheila
RL
Robert Austin Love
Mark
MM
Mackenzie Shaye Murray
Documentary Subject (voice)
AP
Andy Pedroza
Documentary Narrator (voice)

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