Before I Sleep
2013•1h 22m•
★4.3(3 ratings)
Drama
Overview
Eugene Devlin, a once famous, now reclusive poet, searches through his past, looking for redemption and peace.
Director
Billy SharffWriters
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Eugene Devlin, a once famous, now reclusive poet, searches through his past, looking for redemption and peace.
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The runtime is 82 minutes (1h 22m).
The film was directed by Billy Sharff.
The screenplay was written by Aaron Sharff and Billy Sharff.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt2396659.
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Mixed
3 votes
Before I Sleep
Released
English
United States of America
