Only Clouds Move the Stars

Only Clouds Move the Stars

1998 · 98 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, Family

Eleven year old Maria has lost her little brother to cancer. Having disappeared into herself, her mother is no longer there for Maria and her father struggles to keep the family together. Maria meets Jacob, who is the same age as she, but with a completely different attitude. Jacob is outgoing, exciting, funny and has wisdom way beyond his tender years. He gradually pulls Maria out of her shell and enables her to come to decisions which will affect her entire life.

Directed by Torun Lian · Written by Torun Lian

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