Émile (2003)
Director
Carl Bessai
Main cast
Ian McKellen; Deborah Unger; Tygh Runyan; Chris William Martin; Ian Tracey
Genres
Drama
Description
In a story weaving the past and present together, Emile seeks redemption from the family he abandoned.
Carl Bessai
Main cast
Ian McKellen; Deborah Unger; Tygh Runyan; Chris William Martin; Ian Tracey
Genres
Drama
Description
In a story weaving the past and present together, Emile seeks redemption from the family he abandoned.
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