Rooted (2023)
Overview
During a summer by the sea, Xiao Wu is rescued by Shuo, a lifeguard who mistakenly thought he was drowning. This encounter stirs up long-restrained desires in Xiao Wu’s heart as he finds himself unable to take his eyes off Shou.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | zh |
| Popularity | 0.756 |
Directed By
Yi-wei Wu
Crew
Yi-wei Wu
TOP CAST
Wei-jie Lin
Wang Yun Wu
Wang Lan-shen
Wang Xu Kai
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