Facing Down Under: A Backpackers Documentary (2022)
Overview
A 19-year-old high school graduate travels through Australia as a backpacker and accompanies his adventure with a camera.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | de |
| Popularity | 0.756 |
Directed By
Chris Hartung
TOP CAST
Chris Hartung
Self
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