Greetings from Africa (1996)
Overview
Cheryl, playing herself, humorously experiences the mysteries of lesbian dating in the '90s.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.132 |
Directed By
Cheryl Dunye
Crew
Sarah Cawley
Cheryl Dunye
Ted Hope
Mary Jane Skalski
Karen Yaeger
Karen Yaeger
Kimberley Peirce
Cheryl Dunye
Cheryl Dunye
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