Palindromes(2005)
Aviva is thirteen, awkward and sensitive. Her mother Joyce is warm and loving, as is her father, Steve, a regular guy who does have a fierce temper from time to time. The film revolves around her family, friends and neighbors.
Movie: Palindromes
Top 10 Billed Cast
Joyce Victor
Joe / Earl / Bob
'Mama Sunshine' Aviva
Steve Victor
'Mark' Aviva
Second Judah
Mama Sunshine
'Huckleberry' Aviva
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