The film centers on three brothers who, upon learning they only have a few days left to live, set off to reverse a lifetime of mistakes. Hopper and Simmons are playing the brothers' father and uncle, respectively, while Caan is one of the brothers. Helfer is Caan's girlfriend, a woman with a dangerous past.
Directed by Jonathan Sobol
Starring Paulo Costanzo, Scott Caan, J.K. Simmons, Harvey Keitel, Tricia Helfer, Jared Keeso, Allison Graham, Alex Appel
Released in cinemas in the United States on 1 April 2011.
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Release dates in the United States
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1 April 2011
Digital release
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17 September 2010 (Canada)
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