This short looks at the possibility that those who have passed on can communicate with us in ways we least expect.
Social & External
Himself - Narrator (voice)
Fred (uncredited)
Mrs. Dosier - John's Mother (uncredited)
Mary Dosier (uncredited)
Party Guest (uncredited)
Party Guest / Wedding Guest (uncredited)
John Dosier (uncredited)
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