The Runner

Theatrical - Limited 2015-08-07

Cast Nicolas Cage Sarah Paulson Connie Nielsen Peter Fonda Wendell Pierce
Directed by Austin Stark
Written by Austin Stark

Running Time: 90 minutes

Language: English

Production Company: KGB Media, Paper Street Films, Back Lot Pictures

Genres: Drama

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Synopsis

In the aftermath of the BP oil spill, an idealistic but imperfect New Orleans politician (Nicolas Cage) finds his plans of restoration unraveling as his own life becomes contaminated with corruption, scandal and deceit.

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