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Quick Info

Rating

7.2/10

Release2023

Runtime0h 39m

StatusReleased

BudgetN/A

RevenueN/A

Production

American Empirical Pictures

Indian Paintbrush

Movie

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar

2023

0h 39m

7.2

Comedy

Fantasy

Adventure

Synopsis

A rich man learns about a guru who can see without using his eyes. He sets out to master the skill in order to cheat at gambling.

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