Odd Birds (1987)
Overview
In 1965, an Asian-American girl wants to be an actress despite the odds. Her mother thinks it's just a silly dream. However, her quirky middle-aged high school teacher decides to help her try out for a Broadway musical.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.589 |
Directed By
Jeanne Collachia
Crew
Jeanne Collachia
Jeanne Collachia
John Arthur Morrill
Jeanne Collachia
Charles Domokos
TOP CAST
Michael Moriarty
Brother T.S. Murphy
Donna Lew
Joy Chan
Nancy Yee
Mrs. Chan
Bruce Gray
Gower Champion
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