Movie: A Poorly Told Story

Top 3 Billed Cast

Vicente Pizarro Miranda
Vicente Pizarro Miranda

Pedro / Narrador

Raquel Ferradosa
Raquel Ferradosa

Sofia / Narradora

Bárbara Andrade e Sousa
Bárbara Andrade e Sousa

Mãe de Pedro

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