The Obolus (2009)
Overview
A fairy tale for adults about a little boy who has to gain strength and courage to find his way out of a mysterious place by making the ultimate sacrifice.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.741 |
Directed By
Mathias Røer
Crew
Miguel Montalvo
Miguel Montalvo
Ada Montalvo
Mathias Røer
Candice Cage
Scott C. Silver
Mathias Røer
H. Anton Riehl
Leslie Malitz
Nanna Bundesen
Brad Gilmore
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