The 24th Day

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The 24th Day ★½ 2004 (R)

Tom learned 24 days ago that he and his wife are infected with HIV and Tom blames Dan—a man whom he had a onenightstand with five years before. Off he goes to not merely confront Dan—who doesn't even remember Tom—but to take him hostage while his blood is tested with plans for a slow, painful death if it comes back positive. Adapted from writerdirector Piccirillo's own stage play—where it should have stayed. 92m/C VHS, DVD . Sofia Vergara, James Marsden, Scott Speedman; D: Tony Piccirillo; W: Tony Piccirillo; C: Alan Hostetter; M: Kevin Manthei. VIDEO

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