From the Abyss

From the Abyss

1980 · 97 min · ★ 8.3 · Drama

At an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, a single mother tells the story of how alcoholism destroyed her personal and professional life.

Directed by Fernando Ayala · Written by Fernando Ayala

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