
Playing by Heart(1998)
If romance is a mystery, there's only one way to figure it out.
In a vibrant tapestry of love and longing, nine interconnected souls navigate romance and heartbreak in L.A., where passions collide and truths unfold, revealing that the heart's desires often lead us where we least expect.



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