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Ellen has the dream to finally make the breakthrough as an actress. Suddenly she receives the chance to play a leading role at the Ottawa Theater in Canada. This not only represents their future, but also the relationship between her and her best friend and roommate Sophie, who has repressed her true feelings.
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Ellen has the dream to finally make the breakthrough as an actress. Suddenly she receives the chance to play a leading role at the Ottawa Theater in Canada. This not only represents their future, but also the relationship between her and her best friend and roommate Sophie, who has repressed her true feelings.
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Genre:Drama, Romance
Written By:Tom Sielemann, Marvin Bogatsch
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Runtime:22 minutes
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