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I Watched Her Grow
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I Watched Her Grow

2024-06-23 · 67 min · Not rated

Drama · Fantasy · Science Fiction · Thriller

Seven years after the mysterious death of her mother, an isolated botanist meets an enigmatic, teenage runaway in a creek. Forming an unexpected bond, the two embark on a harrowing journey to confront their respective pasts, all while slowly realizing that they may not have to face their uncertain futures alone.

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Directors
Shea Formanes
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Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 10,000

Top Cast

Michelle Colman PadronAda
Taylor FreemanWren
Aarti TiwariInez
Eloisa CardonaMirren

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