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Starting from Scratch

  • 20132013
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
77
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Starting from Scratch (2013) Winner 'Best Film', 'Best Comedy', 'Best Cast', 'Best Editing'. www.StartingFromScratchMovie.com
www.StartingFromScratchMovie.com - Available to 'watch instantly' via streaming, download to own and DVD worldwide. (USA/ Comedy/ 90 mins) Winner of 'Best Film' at the DisOrient Film Festival, 'Best Comedy' at the Asians on Film Festival, 'Best Cast' and 'Best Editing' at the Independent Film Showcase of Los Angeles, and 'Best Film' honorable mention at the New Jersey Film Festival. Starring Elizabeth Sandy, James Huang, Charles Kim, Billy Beck, Maddy Curley, Sadie Alexandru, Sara Mornell, Nicole Ghastin, Shelly Bhalla, Tom Wright.
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  • Romance
A young couple are on the brink of divorce when they are audited by the IRS.A young couple are on the brink of divorce when they are audited by the IRS.A young couple are on the brink of divorce when they are audited by the IRS.
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
77
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • James Huang
  • Writer
    • James Huang
  • Stars
    • James Huang
    • Elizabeth Sandy
    • Charles Kim
Top credits
  • Director
    • James Huang
  • Writer
    • James Huang
  • Stars
    • James Huang
    • Elizabeth Sandy
    • Charles Kim
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1User review
    • 3Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 5 wins

    Videos1

    Starting from Scratch - Trailer #1
    Trailer 2:14
    Starting from Scratch - Trailer #1

    Photos8

    Elizabeth Sandy and Billy Beck in 'Starting from Scratch'
    James Huang and Elizabeth Sandy in Starting from Scratch (2013)
    Elizabeth Sandy in Starting from Scratch (2013)
    "Starting from Scratch" Elizabeth Sandy & James Huang
    Elizabeth Sandy in Starting from Scratch (2013)
    Elizabeth Sandy in Starting from Scratch (2013)
    Elizabeth Sandy in 'Starting From Scratch'

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    James Huang
    James Huang
    • Jake Lewas Jake Lew
    Elizabeth Sandy
    Elizabeth Sandy
    • Ally Clarkas Ally Clark
    Charles Kim
    Charles Kim
    • Charlesas Charles
    Billy Beck
    • Trueas True
    Maddy Curley
    Maddy Curley
    • Lanieas Lanie
    Sara Mornell
    Sara Mornell
    • Dr. Frankas Dr. Frank
    Sadie Alexandru
    Sadie Alexandru
    • Jadeas Jade
    Nicole Ghastin
    Nicole Ghastin
    • Graceas Grace
    Shelly Bhalla
    Shelly Bhalla
    • Claireas Claire
    Tom Wright
    Tom Wright
    • Homeless Stanas Homeless Stan
    Aaron Takahashi
    Aaron Takahashi
    • Jimas Jim
    Dylan Mooney
    Dylan Mooney
    • Mr. Blackas Mr. Black
    Jessica Bailey
    • Jessicaas Jessica
    • (as Jessica Wheeler)
    Jennifer Sun Bell
    Jennifer Sun Bell
    • Jenas Jen
    Sarah Burkhardt
    Sarah Burkhardt
    • Sarahas Sarah
    Edward Chen
    • Teddyas Teddy
    • (as Teddy Chen Culver)
    Tyler Cook
    Tyler Cook
    • Cyclistas Cyclist
    Joy D'Albora
    • Pregnant Womanas Pregnant Woman
    • Director
      • James Huang
    • Writer
      • James Huang
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The production company, Yellow Sun Films, is a combination of James Huang's last names. Huang is his father's family name which translates to 'Yellow' and Sun is his mother's family name.

    User reviews1

    Review
    Top review
    10/10
    A must see!
    10 stars hands down! The story was carefully crafted and well written. The cast also did an outstanding job. The chemistry between James and Elizabeth flowed so naturally and I really enjoyed watching this film. It's one of those movies I would watch again and have recommended it to my friends and family to see! Oh and the music was also fantastic!!! I'm hoping for a sequel!!!
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • April 11, 2014 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • James Huang Productions
      • Yellow Sun Films
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    • Budget
      • $60,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 29 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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