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The Closest Ones

  • 2023
IMDb RATING
8.3/10
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The Closest Ones (2023)
After Ryan's failing marriage hits rock bottom, he dives into a relationship with his friend's fiance' - an act that has violent consequences that come with it.
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After Ryan's failing marriage hits rock bottom, he dives into a relationship with his friend's fiance' - an act that has violent consequences that come with it.After Ryan's failing marriage hits rock bottom, he dives into a relationship with his friend's fiance' - an act that has violent consequences that come with it.After Ryan's failing marriage hits rock bottom, he dives into a relationship with his friend's fiance' - an act that has violent consequences that come with it.

  • Directors
    • Maurandis Berger
    • David L. Walker
  • Writer
    • Maurandis Berger
  • Stars
    • Maurandis Berger
    • Hakeem Sharif
    • Sheneefah Johnson
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.3/10
    16
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    • Directors
      • Maurandis Berger
      • David L. Walker
    • Writer
      • Maurandis Berger
    • Stars
      • Maurandis Berger
      • Hakeem Sharif
      • Sheneefah Johnson
    • 2User reviews
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    Maurandis Berger
    • Ryan
    Hakeem Sharif
    Hakeem Sharif
    • Tony
    Sheneefah Johnson
    • Alexis
    Dominique Janelle Lemon
    • Terry
    Destyne Adams
    • Diamond
    Hunney Bryant
    • Trisha
    Nicholas Costello
    • Detective Bosh
    Jami July Dreaming Green
    • Female Lawyer
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    Eileen Lorene
    • Dr. Ruth
    Booker Newberry
    • Pastor Morris
    Brian D Poole Sr.
    • DJ
    Heidi Schmidt-Wlodarski
    • Detective 1
    Holly Shew
    Holly Shew
    Ronald Shields
    • Uncle Rey
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    Melissa Thorne
    • Judge Ronda
    Tiana Ware
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      • David L. Walker
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    10realminidocs

    Very good

    This movie has a lot of layers to it, I wish it was longer. But overall it was a great movie and nice writing by Maurandis Berger. The music was very good and so was the storytelling the way it was put and edited together. Great transitions and catchy vibes, it was very easy to follow and keep up with.
    10G1-53

    Deserving of another watch

    This isn't your typical polished studio film, and that's what makes The Closest Ones special. It's clearly an independent project, but it carries more emotional weight than many big-budget releases. The story pulls you in slowly, and once you're hooked, it doesn't let go. I appreciated the layered characters - everyone felt like someone you've known or passed by in real life. The voiceover was used masterfully, offering insight without over explaining. The use of sound, street ambience, and even silence at times made the world feel alive. While some scenes could've used tighter editing, that rawness gave the film a real charm. You can tell this movie was made with passion and purpose. It deserves to be seen and discussed.

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    • Release date
      • March 11, 2023 (United States)
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      • Vermillion, Ohio, USA
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