Escaping Ohio

A modern teen movie following Sam and JJ, two 18-yr-olds facing adulthood. When it becomes clear Sam intends to leave their small town for new adventures in California, JJ dares her to let him prove why Ohio is worth sticking around for.

Cast

Jessica Michael Davis

as Sam

Collin Kelly-Sordelet

as JJ

Emily Bergl

as Renee

Adam Pascal

as Rick

Alexandria Benford

as Taylor

Carolyn Kang

as Courtney

Lacey Katena

as Young Sam

Jordan Isaiah White

as Young JJ

Emma Elle Paterson

as Stacey

Johnny Manibusan

as Mr. S

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