Underplayed Gems

The Tested (2009)

The Tested poster
Genre
independent film
Country
United States
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The catalogue in 3D

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How it feels

A man faces the consequences of a difficult choice that tests his integrity. The story follows his struggle to reconcile that decision with his relationships and sense of self.

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What happens

The Tested is a 2009 independent feature film written and directed by Russell Costanzo and produced by Melissa B. Miller of Shoebox Pictures. It is based on the award-winning short of the same name. Chosen to participant in the 2009 Narrative Independent Filmmaker Lab & Independent Film Week in New York City, the film is one of only ten narrative rough cuts chosen by the Lab for its artistic vision and outstanding promise. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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