Frankie Starlight

Frankie Starlight

Sometimes the brightest star is the one that shines within.

1995 · 101 min · ★ 5.3 · Drama, Romance, War

The quirky story of a young boy's adventures growing up with his stunningly beautiful mother and the two very different men who love her.

Directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg · Written by Chet Raymo

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