Acts of Mercy(2009)
Under the thumb of Nurse Baker, Nurse Maggie Collins struggles to care for the long-term residents of Moss Oak Manor, a home for the elderly. When good intentions are misinterpreted, Maggie must struggle to address issues of ambition and ethics.
Movie: Acts of Mercy
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Maggie Collins
Nurse Ruth Baker
Anne
Dr. Ed Grey
Dr. Grey
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Under the thumb of Nurse Baker, Nurse Maggie Collins struggles to care for the long-term residents of Moss Oak Manor, a home for the elderly. When good intentions are misinterpreted, Maggie must struggle to address issues of ambition and ethics.
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2009-06-14
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