Small Talk
A few simple questions spark a series of talks, which reveal some things that we're not sure if we're ready to face.
2016 · 1h 28m · N/A Documentary
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Small Talk
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In the table that symbolizes the value of traditional women, a woman who wants to break free from her family must face her daughter.
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