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Munchausen (2013)

Name: Munchausen
Director: Ari Aster
Genre: Drama, Dysfunctional family, Family, Horror comedy, Short film
Released: 2013
Duration: 17 min
Cast: Liam Aiken, Bonnie Bedelia, Rachel Brosnahan, Richard Riehle, David Purdham

2013 · Ari Aster · 17 min · Mexico, United States of America

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A mother, unable to confront the heartbreak of her son leaving for college, delays his departure by making him sick. Unfortunately, she goes too far.

A 2013 title built around Drama, Dysfunctional family and Family. Directed by Ari Aster.

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