''Miles from Home'' is a 2006 drama film written by, directed by and starring
Ty Hodges
Eric Tyrone "Ty" Hodges II is an American actor, director, and screenwriter. He is known primarily for his roles in Disney channel films and television shows, including his role as Larry Houdini in '' Don't Look Under the Bed'' and Larry Beale ...
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Cast
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Ty Hodges
Eric Tyrone "Ty" Hodges II is an American actor, director, and screenwriter. He is known primarily for his roles in Disney channel films and television shows, including his role as Larry Houdini in '' Don't Look Under the Bed'' and Larry Beale ...
as Miles Conway
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Meagan Good
Meagan Monique Good is an American actress. She first gained critical attention for her role in the film ''Eve's Bayou'' (1997), prior to landing the role of Nina in the Nickelodeon sitcom ''Cousin Skeeter'' (1998–2001). Good received further ...
as Natasha Freeman
*Stacey Meadows Jr. as Mookie
*Ryan Gill as Peaches
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Tasha Smith
Tasha Smith (born February 28, 1971) is an American actress, director and producer. She began her career in a starring role on the NBC comedy series ''Boston Common'' (1996–97), and she later appeared in numerous movies and television series. ...
as Keisha Knight
Release
The film was released at the San Francisco Black Film Festival on June 11, 2006.
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Reception
Dennis Harvey of ''Variety
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'' gave the film a mixed review and wrote, "...the screenplay has some sketchy aspects. But Hodges evinces a sure hand with actors and the tale’s grittier side."Chicago Reader
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'' also gave it a mixed review calling it "uneven but lively" and wrote, "...it works surprisingly well, enhanced by the excellent performances and the director’s natural flair."
References
External links
* {{IMDb title, 0756690
2000s English-language films