Underemployed and reeling from a recent miscarriage, a comedy writer's life is getting less funny by the minute. When she lands a meeting that could turn it all around she has to choose: tell the truth or go for the laugh? A poignant comedy based on a true story.
Ian
The film was directed by Heather Jack.
The screenplay was written by Molly Anne Coogan.
Cinematography was handled by Robert Lam.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt10926286.
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