Alanis
2017 · 82 min · ★ 6.3 · Drama
A young Buenos Aires mother finds employment as a sex worker and struggles to live under the same laws that are supposed to protect her.
Directed by Anahí Berneri · Written by Anahí Berneri
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Sofía Gala Castiglione Alanis - D Dante Della Paolera Dante
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Silvina Sabater Andrea - C Carlos Vuletich Román
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Estela Garelli Trabajadora social -
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