
Enzian: When the Lights Go Up
Documentary
Overview
A documentary short taking a look at the popular independent Enzian movie theater in Maitland, Florida.
Top Cast


Cloris Leachman
Cloris Leachman
Self (archive footage)
Cloris Leachman
Self (archive footage)


Giancarlo Esposito
Giancarlo Esposito
Self (archive footage)
Giancarlo Esposito
Self (archive footage)


Susan Sarandon
Susan Sarandon
Self (archive footage)
Susan Sarandon
Self (archive footage)


Paul Sorvino
Paul Sorvino
Self (archive footage)
Paul Sorvino
Self (archive footage)
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