

The Glass Child
2026-05-03 · 18 min · Not rated
A man estranged from his family confronts the painful memories of his childhood and the struggles of growing up with an autistic sibling, forcing him to face long-held emotions and reconnect.
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- Directors
- Iñaki Amechazurra
- Production companies
- Typhoon Zurra Films, Vargas Productions
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 17,265
Top Cast
Sean TapieroOriol Careaga
Queca GordilloElizabeth CareagaTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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