On the Shore

On the Shore

How long have you not been to the sea?

2014•23m

Drama

After father's death, Alejandro takes a trip back home. It's a journey that leads to reconciliation with the past, to understand the loss and appreciate what is important in life.

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Production

UPAEP

Language

ES

Status

Released

Release Date

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Cast

Ari Lopez

Arturo

Eduardo Abraham

Alejandro

Aleyda Gallardo

Emilia

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