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Quick Info

Rating

7.4/10

Release1992

Runtime1h 45m

StatusReleased

BudgetN/A

RevenueN/A

Production

Clemi Cinematografica

Movie

Dearest Relatives, Poisonous Relations

1992

1h 45m

7.4

Comedy

Synopsis

During the annual Christmas gathering at the family home, the parents surprise their children by announcing their decision to move in with one of them and pass on the house.

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