Land of the Strays (2018)
Overview
In the mountains of Costa Rica, Lya Battle gives a second chance to over 1,000 stray dogs at her sanctuary, and hope for those who have yet to be found.
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| Original Language | es |
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Directed By
Adrian Cicerone
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Adrian Cicerone
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