Palindromes
Mar 09 2005
•2h 40m
•Comedy, Drama
Aviva is thirteen, awkward and sensitive. Her mother Joyce is warm and loving, as is her father, Steve, a regular guy who does have a fierce temper from time to time. The film revolves around her family, friends and neighbors.
Cast
See allEllen Barkin
Joyce Victor
Stephen Adly Guirgis
Joe / Earl / Bob
Sharon Wilkins
'Mama Sunshine' Aviva
Richard Masur
Steve Victor
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