Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea(1997)
For many years, Eli has lived alone, estranged from his daughter and nourished only by his rich memories. Confronting his mortality, this 75 year-old World War II veteran, invites Bill, an introverted history major, to his apartment to propose that Bill write his biography...with mixed results.
Movie: Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
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For many years, Eli has lived alone, estranged from his daughter and nourished only by his rich memories. Confronting his mortality, this 75 year-old World War II veteran, invites Bill, an introverted history major, to his apartment to propose that Bill write his biography...with mixed results.
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1997-05-20
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