

Overview
Twenty-something and aimless, Joey Vitello still lives at home with his colorful Italian-American family when he is reunited with a childhood schoolmate, Mary O'Callahan. Once mocked as 'Scary Mary' this ugly duckling has blossomed into an irresistible beauty. She's returned to the old neighborhood after an intense bout with cancer. When Joey learns her cure was the result of a miracle, friendship turns to romance as she educates him on the crossroads to the Almighty. Joey challenges his family's faith with his new found revelations and chaos ensues as they all search for a miracle of their own.
Top Cast
Vincent Pagano
Joey Vitello

Marley Shelton
Mary O`Callahan

Jennifer Esposito
Frankie Vitello

Olympia Dukakis
Sophia Vitello

Jason Gedrick
Tony Cappucino

Stacy Keach
Jack O`Callahan

Tess Harper
Liz O`Callahan

Judith Scarpone
Angelina Vitello

John Capodice
Joey Vitello Sr.
Mike Pagano
Mikey Vitello

Dan Lauria
Father Gino

Hallie Eisenberg
Melissa
Key Film Crew
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