The Disappearance of Finbar

The Disappearance of Finbar

1997 · 105 min · ★ 6.9 · Drama

A dissatisfied teen disappears from his small town, leaving friends to wonder about his whereabouts.

Directed by Sue Clayton · Written by Dermot Bolger

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