Salvajes(1989)
The struggles & pains of life in East Los Angeles.
Movie: Salvajes
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The struggles & pains of life in East Los Angeles.
Release Date
1989-01-01
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6
Rating:
3.0 startsTagline
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Languages:
Español
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