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Extra: In the Background of a Dream

200151mTopher Straus
IMDb 8.8

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Extra offers the first true glimpse of the absurd, oppresive, yet hopeful experience of working in front of the camera - even when it barely knows you are there.

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What is Extra: In the Background of a Dream (2001) about?

Extra offers the first true glimpse of the absurd, oppresive, yet hopeful experience of working in front of the camera - even when it barely knows you are there.

Who stars in Extra: In the Background of a Dream?

Extra: In the Background of a Dream stars Topher Straus (Director), Catfish Bates (Self), Helen Bates (Self), Patty Reed (Self). The film was directed by Topher Straus.

How long is Extra: In the Background of a Dream?

Extra: In the Background of a Dream has a runtime of 51 min and premiered in 2001.

Is Extra: In the Background of a Dream worth watching?

Extra: In the Background of a Dream holds an IMDb rating of 8.8/10.

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