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Beloved Friend

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Beloved Friend (1999)

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Runtime: 90 mins

Genre: Foreign Films

Synopsis: A terminally ill, gay professor tries to get his friends and students to read his latest manuscript, and struggles with his attraction to David, a young man who also works as a hustler for extra money. David is also involved with Alba, a... A terminally ill, gay professor tries to get his friends and students to read his latest manuscript, and struggles with his attraction to David, a young man who also works as a hustler for extra money. David is also involved with Alba, a lonely young woman. All these characters struggle to find meaning within the relationships in their lives. A touching, powerful film from Spain, BELOVED/ FRIEND is a fascinating experience. [More]

Starring: Josep Maria Pou, Rosa Marķa Sardą, David Selvas, Mario Gas

Starring: Josep Maria Pou, Rosa Marķa Sardą, David Selvas, Mario Gas, Irene Montala

Director: Ventura Pons

Director: Ventura Pons
Screenwriter: Josep Maria Benet I Jornet
Producer: Ventura Pons

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Jun 26, 2001

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