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Adoption

2010-02-25 · 80 min · ★ 6.2

Drama

Richard, a homosexual man, decides to adopt a child named Juan. As the child becomes accustomed to his new home, he continues to suffer from the fears of his past. Ricardo feels that his son should know his roots and begins the quest to discover Juan’s true identity. This search unravels Juan’s real story; a story very different than what was presented before. Slowly, Juan’s life begins to appear, much like the tip of the iceberg submersed within the immense ocean.

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Directors
David Lipszyc
Production companies
Del Toro Films
Countries
Argentina
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ignacio Monná
Ricardo González
Franco Gross
José María Regueira
María Susana De Señas
Eva Gibertí

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