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2008 · 66 min · Documentary
A documentary about actress brazilian Maria Gladys, a strong presence in films by Júlio Bressane, Rogério Sganzerla among others.
Directed by Paula Gaitán · Written by Paula Gaitán
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★ 4.52020
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★ 4.42013
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2026
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1988
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1991
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2009
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