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The Visit (I) (2000)

R  107 min  -  Drama   -  20 April 2001 (USA)
6.4
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Ratings: 6.4/10 from 154 users   Metascore: 60/100 
Reviews: 8 user | 22 critic | 16 from Metacritic.com

A young man dying in prison brings his family together for a fateful visit, and proceeds to put his life back together.

Writers:

Kosmond Russell (play), Jordan Walker-Pearlman (screenplay)
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Obba Babatundé ...
Tony
Charmin Lee White Charmin Lee White ...
Mrs. Tony Waters
Terrell Mitchell Terrell Mitchell ...
Tony's Son
Enoh Essien Enoh Essien ...
Tony's Daughter
Christopher Babers Christopher Babers ...
Young Tony (as Chris Babers)
Jascha Washington ...
Young Alex
Drew Renkewitz ...
Prison Guard (as Drew Reukewitz)
Tim De Zarn Tim De Zarn ...
Guard Enheim (as Tim DeZarn)
Hill Harper ...
Alex
Jennifer Freeman ...
Young Felicia (as Jennifer Nicole Freeman)
Hugh Dane Hugh Dane ...
Mr. McDonald
Phylicia Rashad ...
Dr. Coles
Marla Gibbs ...
Lois Waters
Billy Dee Williams ...
Henry
Jordan Lund ...
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Storyline

Based on a play inspired by a true story, The Visit explores one man's search for understanding and redemption. With the help of a psychiatrist, convicted rapist Alex Waters (Hill Harper) charts a new course that changes forever the fate of those who love him and their memories of him. Written by Anonymous  

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Plot Keywords:

Independent Film | Based On Play

Taglines:

Both father and son are in prison. But only one is behind bars.

Genres:

Drama

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and some drug content See all certifications »
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Official Sites:

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$6,000 (USA) (17 December 2000) (2 Screens)

Gross:

$186,444 (USA) (20 May 2001)
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Company Credits

Production Co:

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Technical Specs

Runtime:

Sound Mix:

Ultra Stereo

Color:

Color
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Soundtracks

"Deliver Me"
Written by Jon Marsh & Helena Marsh
Published by EMI Virgin Music, Inc.
Performed by Karrin Allyson
Produced by Junod Etienne
Courtesy of Concord Records, Inc. See more »