Skateistan: To Live and Skate Kabul (2011)
Overview
In a country with innumerable problems, Skateistan represents an oasis where children can be children and build the kinds of cross-cultural relationships that Afghanistan needs for future stability.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.108 |
Directed By
Orlando von Einsiedel
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Orlando von Einsiedel
TOP CAST
Shana Nolan
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