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Wordless

2010

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Martin was born with just 2,000 words to use in his lifetime, and once he's spoken them all, he will fall irreversibly silent. Fearful of a voiceless future, Martin decides to save his words for the perfect moment. But in being so cautious, he risks not being heard at all.

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4 featured cast members

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Cal Gordon

Chuck

Aleksa Kurbalija

Martin

Liam Maguire

Nick

Tamsin Otway

Suzie

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Directed by: Lisa Kappel
Written by: Lisa Kappel

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