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A Cool, Dry Place

PG-1319981h 37mJohn N. Smith
IMDb 6.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 54%

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"love, sex and starting over..."

Russell, a single father, balances his work as a lawyer with the care of his five-year-old son after his wife abandoned them. When she reappears creating turmoil, he must deal with his new love interest and the job opportunity of a lifetime.

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Love TriangleBasketballKansas, UsaSingle Father

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Cool, Dry Place (1998) about?

Russell, a single father, balances his work as a lawyer with the care of his five-year-old son after his wife abandoned them. When she reappears creating turmoil, he must deal with his new love interest and the job opportunity of a lifetime.

Who stars in A Cool, Dry Place?

A Cool, Dry Place stars Vince Vaughn (Russell Durrell), Monica Potter (Kate Durrell), Joey Lauren Adams (Beth Ward), Bobby Moat (Calvin Durrell), Devon Sawa (Noah Ward). The film was directed by John N. Smith.

How long is A Cool, Dry Place?

A Cool, Dry Place has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1998. It is rated PG-13.

Is A Cool, Dry Place worth watching?

A Cool, Dry Place holds an IMDb rating of 6.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 54. Fans of Drama, Romance are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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