A Wake in Providence (1999)
Overview
When Anthony's African-American girlfriend Alissa meets his Italian-American family at his grandfather's funeral, confrontations, confessions, and a hilarious race to the altar ensue!
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $402,805.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.67 |
Directed By
Rosario Roveto Jr.
Crew
Rosario Roveto Jr.
Jane Milmore
Billy Van Zandt
Rosario Roveto Jr.
Mike Pagano
William Redner
Vincent Pagano
Patrick Coppola
Vincent Pagano
TOP CAST
Vincent Pagano
Anthony
Victoria Rowell
Alissa
Mike Pagano
Frankie
Adrienne Barbeau
Aunt Lidia
Lisa Raggio
Claudia
Billy Van Zandt
Louie
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