Fabulous (2019)
Overview
Ninja is famous around the world for her fierce ballroom performances, but she is not as well-known in her native country of French Guyana. But a trip home to teach a workshop might change that.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | fr |
| Popularity | 0.216 |
Directed By
Audrey Jean-Baptiste
Crew
Audrey Jean-Baptiste
Audrey Estrougo
Arthur Lauters
Billie Belin
Tanguy Lallier
Pali Meursault
TOP CAST
Lasseindra Ninja
Self
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