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I Used to Be Famous(2015)
Status: Released
Date: 2015-09-01
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Time: 0h 16m
A South London fairytale
Overview:
A culture clash between a washed-up pop star and a musically talented young man with autism. These opposite characters transform each other's worlds through the power of music.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United Kingdom
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: I Used to Be Famous
Top 4 Billed Cast
Naomi Ackie
Amber
Byron Konizi
Stevie
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