Strange But True

Strange But True

2017 · 100 min · ★ 3.6 · Drama, Romance

The love story of Jonathan and Yesi, two garbage collectors working under the despotic and violent Master Clean's command. He is always followed closely by Mum, a longtime collector who silently and ghostly cleans the streets of the city. One night, while doing their work, they find the corpse of a man with money. Master Clean takes a terrible decision. Jonathan and Yesi plan their escape. A tragedy looms.

Directed by Michel Lipkes · Written by Michel Lipkes

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