<p>Watch the trailer for <i>Jake</i>, a completely self-funded local feature film, six years in the making.</p> <p>The story of Jacob, a man whose life is stolen when he is inexplicably recast by a shadowy agency. When the actor who takes his place rekindles a long lost love, Jacob will do whatever it takes to fight for the role of his life. </p> <p>Produced by Hybrid Motion Pictures, regulars of the 48Hours Filmmaking competition, and one of last year's Sir Peter Jackson wildcard picks.</p> <p>See it during its limited season at Auckland's <a href='http://www.academycinemas.co.nz/' target='_blank'>Academy Cinema</a>, June 27, July 2 and July 5. <a href='http://www.jakethemovie.com/' target='_blank'>More info on the website</a>.</p>
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