Escaping Ohio (2023)
A modern teen movie following Sam and JJ, two 18-yr-olds facing adulthood. When it becomes clear Sam intends to leave their small town for new adventures in California, JJ dares her to let him prove why Ohio is worth sticking around for.
Director: Jessica Michael Davis
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Jessica Michael Davis as Sam |
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Collin Kelly-Sordelet as JJ |
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Emily Bergl as Renee |
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Adam Pascal as Rick |
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Alexandria Benford as Taylor |
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Carolyn Kang as Courtney |
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Lacey Katena as Young Sam |
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Jordan Isaiah White as Young JJ |
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Emma Elle Paterson as Stacey |
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Johnny Manibusan as Mr. S |
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Kylie Victoria Edwards as Anna |
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Cadden Jones as Carol |
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Ben Jaeger-Thomas as Uncle Jerry |
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Jake Kopronica as Nick |
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Hilary Dennis as Connie, Grad Party Guest |
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Josh Villers as Robbie |
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Gina Marie Rodriguez as Maria, Grad Party Guest |
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Jeffrey Weber as Frank |
| Writing | Collin Kelly-Sordelet | Writer |
| Directing | Jessica Michael Davis | Director |
| Writing | Jessica Michael Davis | Writer |
| Sound | Erica Smith | Dialogue Editor |
| Sound | Steve Matthew Carter | Original Music Composer |