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Mother Says

2023-12-18 · 20 min · Not rated

Drama · Family

The film follows different stages in the life of Sofía, a young girl born in Argentina of Chinese descent. From her childhood to her adulthood, she's conflicted by the clash and fusion of both her cultures, all while facing a strenuous relationship with her mother Jia, who places concerns and demands on her.

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Directors
Jessica Sofía Chang
Production companies
UADE
Countries
Argentina
Status
Released

Top Cast

Lucía Luna LiLucía Luna LiSofía Huang
Carolina Patricia HsuCarolina Patricia HsuJia
David MasajnikDavid MasajnikMan in Supermarket
Hannah ChangSofia Huang as a Kid

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