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Stay Cool

2011 · 1h 34m · Comedy, Romance · United States of America · Rated PG-13 (US)

Shoulda. Coulda. Woulda.

A successful author is forced to confront an unrequited high school crush when he returns home to deliver a commencement address to graduating seniors. Shasta O'Neil, a sexy high school senior flirts with the visiting author and invites him to the prom.

Directed by
Michael Polish
Written by
Mark Polish
Starring
Winona Ryder, Mark Polish, Sean Astin, Hilary Duff
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RatingPG-13 (US)

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