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On the Run

On the Run

When you least expect it, destiny comes knocking on your door...

19995.31h 34m

Overview

Albert is an introverted travel agent living a lonely life in New York. When Louie, his best friend from childhood, appears having just escaped from prison, Albert's quiet existence is permanently disrupted. what ensues is one long, crazy night in New York that will change both their lives forever.

Directed by Bruno de Almeida
Written by Bruno de Almeida, Jonathan Berman, Joseph Minion
Produced by Tino Navarro, Bruno de Almeida
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Top Cast

Michael Imperioli

Michael Imperioli

Albert DeSantis

John Ventimiglia

John Ventimiglia

Louie Salazar

Drena De Niro

Drena De Niro

Rita

Nick Sandow

Nick Sandow

Jack

Joaquim de Almeida

Joaquim de Almeida

Ignácio

Victor Argo

Victor Argo

Man Shaving

Sharon Angela

Sharon Angela

Tina

John Frey

John Frey

George

Paul Lazar

Paul Lazar

Cabbie

A

Anthony Zaccaro

Cop in Apartment

About On the Run

On the Run is a comedy, crime film released in 1999. Directed by Bruno de Almeida, it stars Michael Imperioli, John Ventimiglia, Drena De Niro. Albert is an introverted travel agent living a lonely life in New York. When Louie, his best friend from childhood, appears having just escaped from prison, Albert's quiet existence is permanently disrupted. what ensues is one long, crazy night in New York that will change both their lives forever.

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