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The Secret Formula(1965)
Status: Released
Date: 1965-11-11
69%
25 Votes
Time: 0h 42m
Overview:
A cinematographic essay, full of surreal moments and provocative scenarios related to intellectual debates about the Mexican national character.
Languages: Spanish.
Countries:
Mexico
Movie: The Secret Formula
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