Fighting Words (2007)

Plot: In the raw and fiercely competitive world of underground slam poetry, a talented but disillusioned poet named Jake Thompson struggles to find his authentic voice. His life changes dramatically when he crosses paths with Marni Elliot, a sophisticated and ambitious independent book publisher who sees immense potential in his work. As Marni helps Jake transition his visceral spoken-word artistry onto the printed page, their professional partnership quickly ignites into an intense, passionate romance. However, their burgeoning future is suddenly pushed to the brink when a dark, long-hidden secret from Marni’s past surfaces, threatening to tear their lives apart and destroy the poetic bond they fought so hard to build.

Actors: C. Thomas Howell, Cristina Maxwell, Fred Williamson, Val Lauren, Michael Parks, Jeff Stearns, Tara D'Agostino, Fred Willard, Edward Albert, James Parks, Vanessa Dorman, Joe Restivo, Amir Talai, Dominic Comperatore, Tucker Smallwood

Genre: Drama • Romance

Studio / Manufacturer: Indican Pictures

Producer: Alan Roberts • E. Paul Edwards

Director: E. Paul Edwards

Behind-the-scenes Crew & Production Side Personnel: Robert Hayes (Cinematographer) • Charles Bernstein (Composer) • Bryce Elric Holtshousen (Production Designer) • Jeanne McCarthy (Casting Director)

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