Amanecer (2009)
Overview
A young South American man struggles to build a new life for his wife and children in Australia. Dreams turn to lies. Lies become reality. Does he have the will to see the light of Amanecer?
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.1191 |
Directed By
Alvaro D. Ruiz
Crew
Alvaro D. Ruiz
Alvaro D. Ruiz
Alvaro D. Ruiz
Kate Scardifield
Ross Giardina
TOP CAST
Matias Stevens
Juan
Paul Caesar
Boss
Avital Greenberg-Teplitsky
Mariana
Kim Byrne
University Admin Officer
Kerry Robinson
Business Man
Li-Leng Au
Woman on Phone (voice)
Pauline Kingsford-Smith
Neighbour
Jessica Chapnik
Andrea
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