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On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out.

Released: Nov 11, 2021

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Andrew Garfield

Jonathan Larson

Alexandra Shipp

Susan Wilson

Robin de Jesús

Michael

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