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A Skeleton in the Closet (2020)

  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • 103 min
  • 16 age guide
  • ★ 5.8/10 from 12 ratings

Manuel goes back to his hometown for his parents’ wedding anniversary, but he actually wants to ask money to move to Denmark with his boyfriend. Last time he saw his family, he came out of the closet. Since then, their relationship became tense. Manuel’s plans get ruined when his boyfriend dumps him.

Directed byNicolás Teté

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