Dearest Relatives, Poisonous Relations(1992)
During the annual Christmas gathering at the family home, the parents surprise their children by announcing their decision to move in with one of them and pass on the house.
Movie: Dearest Relatives, Poisonous Relations
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Lina
Michele
Filippo
Alfredo
Gina
Alessandro
Nonno Saverio
Milena
Grandmother Trieste
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During the annual Christmas gathering at the family home, the parents surprise their children by announcing their decision to move in with one of them and pass on the house.
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1992-03-26
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7.4
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