''Kissing on the Mouth'' is a 2005 American film directed by

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movement.

Plot

Ellen is sleeping with her ex-boyfriend while trying to ignore the fact that he's looking for more than just sex. Her roommate, Patrick, isn't helping matters with his secretive and jealous behavior.

Cast

* Kate Winterich – Ellen *

– Patrick * Kevin Pittman – Chris Bucket *

Kris Swanberg Kris Swanberg (born Kristin Williams, November 11, 1980) is an American businesswoman, filmmaker, actress and former high school teacher living in Chicago, Illinois. She has been credited at various times as Kris Williams, Kris Swanberg and Kris ...

– Laura * Julie VanDeWeghe – Model

References

External links

Official site
* American independent films 2005 films Films directed by Joe Swanberg 2000s erotic drama films American erotic drama films Mumblecore films 2005 directorial debut films 2005 drama films 2000s English-language films 2000s American films {{indie-drama-film-stub