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Excision (2012)
Pauline, a disturbed, outcast teenager, has a fascination with surgery and experiences violent, psychosexual fantasies, all while aspiring to a career in medicine.
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Pauline, a disturbed, outcast teenager, has a fascination with surgery and experiences violent, psychosexual fantasies, all while aspiring to a career in medicine.
Rating:NR
Genre:Drama, Horror, Comedy
Written By:Richard Bates Jr.
In Theaters:11/2/2012
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Runtime:81 minutes
Studio:New Normal Films, Anchor Bay Films
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