Susana (1980)
Overview
This short film is an autobiographical portrait of a young Argentine lesbian growing up in a homophobic environment.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.451 |
Directed By
Susana Blaustein Muñoz
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