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Special is a american film of genre Drama released in USA on 30 january 2006 with Michael Rapaport

Special (2006)

Special
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Released in USA 30 january 2006
Length 1h18
OriginUSA
Genres Drama,    Science fiction,    Comedy-drama,    Fantasy,    Action
Rating67% 3.3956353.3956353.3956353.3956353.395635

Special is a 2006 comedy-drama psychological thriller science fiction film satire written and directed by Hal Haberman and Jeremy Passmore. It was released in theatres in the UK on November 17, 2006 and on DVD in the UK on March 5, 2007. It was released in theatres in the US on November 21, 2008.

Synopsis

Comic book fan Les Franken (Michael Rapaport) signs up for an experimental antidepressant. Dr. Dobson (Jack Kehler) instructs him to take one pill per day. Les creates a diary for his experiences but feels no results. His lack of self-assurance keeps him from getting to know Maggie (Alexandra Holden), a quiet girl who works at a grocery store.

Actors

Michael Rapaport

(Les Franken)Paul Blackthorne

(Jonas Exiler)Josh Peck

(Joey)Robert Baker

(Everett)Jack Kehler

(Dr. Dobson)
And :
Alexandra Holden
Ian Bohen
Michael Shamus Wiles
Karyn Bryant
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