The Book of Great Wishes(1998)
Following a fire at an orphanage, the kids are moved into a seniors' home. A young girl tries to befriend and cheer up an elderly man who is full of regrets at the end of his life.
Movie: The Book of Great Wishes
Top 10 Billed Cast
Adam Ostrowski
Henryk Rychter
Zawadzki
Sister Milena
Anna
Zuzanna
Owner of the album
Stanisław
Doctor
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Overview
Following a fire at an orphanage, the kids are moved into a seniors' home. A young girl tries to befriend and cheer up an elderly man who is full of regrets at the end of his life.
Release Date
1998-01-02
Average
7
Rating:
3.5 startsTagline
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Languages:
Polski
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