The Extras

The Extras

1993 · 100 min · ★ 5.6 · Romance, Comedy, Drama

Salem dreams of being an actor but is still working in a gas station, only his love for Nada can make things easier for him.

Directed by Nabil Maleh · Written by Nabil Maleh

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