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The Wager (1998 film)
The Wager is a 1998 Canadian drama short film written and directed by Aaron Woodley. It stars Peter Blais, Barclay Hope, and Valerie Boyle. Denise Cronenberg was one of the film's executive producers.[1] SynopsisA dark and humorous suspense drama which begins late one night as Richard (Hope) is entering his apartment. He encounters an odd man (Blais) dressed in his underwear and holding a box. The stranger proposes a series of morbid wagers referring to what may be hiding within. Each one is more disturbing and profound than the previous, and all lead toward a life-or-death gamble and a startling, unexpected conclusion.[2] ReleaseThe film premiered in May 1998 at the CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival.[1] It was later screened at various Canadian and American film festivals before being broadcast on CBC Television's Canadian Reflections in February 1999.[3] References
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