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In My Country

In My Country

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In My Country

2017

1h 39m

8.0(1 votes)

Drama

Overview

A teacher turns to a dubious man to raise money for her daughter's life saving surgery, a crisis that is unexpectedly catapulted to a national stage

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6 members

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Sam Dede

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Sam Dede

Acting

Bimbo Manuel

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Bimbo Manuel

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Okawa Shaznay

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Okawa Shaznay

Acting

Shan George

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Shan George

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Austin Enabulele

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Precious Udoh

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