Bigger Than Life(1956)
The story of the handful of hope that became a fistful of hell!
A friendly, successful suburban teacher and father grows dangerously addicted to cortisone, resulting in his transformation into a household despot.
Movie: Bigger Than Life
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Ed Avery
Lou Avery
Wally Gibbs
Dr. Norton
Richie Avery
Dr. Ruric
Bob LaPorte
Nurse
Pat Wade
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