The Enduring Beauty of “Persepolis”
This powerful story shines with poetic animation, an exploration of deeper truths, and the protagonist's complex search for identity.
The Escapist (1983)
A radio station owner must perform dangerous publicity stunts in order to prevent his business being taken over by a big corporation.
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A radio station owner must perform dangerous publicity stunts in order to prevent his business being taken over by a big corporation.
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Genre:Drama, Action
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In Theaters:4/2/1983
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Runtime:87 minutes
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