The Savages
~There's a moment in everyone's life when childhood ends and adulthood begins. For Jon and Wendy Savage, that moment is now.
Overview
A sister and brother face the realities of familial responsibility as they begin to care for their ailing father.
Genres
- Drama
- Comedy
General Information
Release Date: 2007-11-28
Budget: $0
Revenue: $10653221
Runtime: 114 min
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