Finding Me

Mar 15, 2009

1h 55m

★ 4.9

Overview

Faybien Allan has it all going on; he's young, stylish, and knows the importance of being seen with hip friends at NYC's trendiest spots. But beneath the sparkle of his nightlife and his stunning good-looks, is a man buckling under his father's homophobia. Filled with self-loathing and desperate for direction, he meanders through life until meeting Lonnie, a confident activist with a flirtatious smile. However, despite their obvious chemistry and fireworks in bed, Faybien's insecurities have him looking for the door. Can a budding romance and a few good friends keep him from making the biggest mistake of his life?

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Romance

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Cast

Lonnie Wilson

Derrick L. Briggs

Amera Jones

J'Nara Corbin

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