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Braking for Whales (2019)

2019-09-20 · 1h 43m · EN
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Star and Brandon, estranged brother and sister, are brought together after their mother's recent death and her absurd final request to dispose of her ashes in the body of a whale. With no choice or face losing their much-needed inheritance - they embark on a road trip to San Antonio, Texas where they not only encounter adventure, but also encounter each other.

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Tammin SursokWriterSean McEwenDirector, Writer

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Tammin SursokTammin SursokStar WalkerTom FeltonTom FeltonBrandon WalkerWendi McLendon-CoveyWendi McLendon-CoveyAunt JackieDavid KoechnerDavid KoechnerUncle RandalAustin SwiftAustin SwiftJ. T.Carrie CliffordCarrie CliffordPark RangerTony SkinnerTony SkinnerWilliamJay DeeJay DeeFatherBrandon Delmer DoyleBrandon Delmer DoylePark GoerBrian H. HooperBrian H. HooperMan in AirportBrent MendenhallBrent MendenhallGeorge W. Bush

Keywords

Brother sister relationshipFamily relationshipsSibling rivalryDeath of fatherBrother sister 

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · DramaTheme affinityBrother Sister Relationship · Family Relationships · Sibling RivalryDialogue densityComedy · DramaEmotional intensityFamily RelationshipsDirector preference346251Actor preference4721 · 123407 · 45355

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What is Braking for Whales about?

Star and Brandon, estranged brother and sister, are brought together after their mother's recent death and her absurd final request to dispose of her ashes in the body of a whale. With no choice or face losing their much-needed inheritance - they embark on a road trip to San Antonio, Texas where they not only encounter adventure, but also encounter each other.

How long is Braking for Whales?

Braking for Whales has a runtime of 103 minutes.