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California Love

2021-1h 25min
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5.0 / 10 2

Leon Watkins runs a community helpline in South Central LA, where anyone in need of help is welcome. One of his most frequent visitors is local gang leader, John Wesley Hunter, otherwise known as “Joker” to the streets. After a day of hustling and almost losing his life in a shoot-out, Joker goes to the one place where he knows he can get help. All in a typical day’s work for Leon until an unlikely woman shows up insisting on aiding him in his fight for his community. This unlikely team defies social constructs by working together to actively fight oppression and gain nation-wide recognition for a hidden reality of many. Along their way they experience the deep-seeded hatred that has plagued America, great love, and tragedy as they leave behind a legacy.

Directed by Preston A. Whitmore II

Writers Danielle Beck-Hunter Preston A. Whitmore II

Stars Christa B. Allen Allen Payne Robert Ri'chard

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Christa B. Allen

Joanne Beck
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Allen Payne

Leon Watkins
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Robert Ri'chard

Jay Hunter
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Draya Michele

Beverly Williams
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Columbus Short

Norris
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Natasha Marc

Evelyn Watkins
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Sue Cremin

Ruth Beck
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Michelle Lee

Lisa Yuen
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Six Reasons

Vonte
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Jensen Atwood

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