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Fiction and Other Realities
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Fiction and Other Realities

2020-12-23 · 90 min · ★ 6.0

Drama · Romance · Music

Bobby, a Korean-American singer-songwriter who tries to find himself in a country his parents originally immigrated from. Featuring the music of singer-songwriter Big Phony, this music centered film takes us on a search for love and self-identity.

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Directors
Steve Lee, Bobby Choy
Production companies
STUDIO BONANZA, Borderless Film
Countries
South Korea, United States of America
Status
Released

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Bobby ChoyBobby
Im Hwa-youngIm Hwa-youngIna
Todd GobleTodd GobleBilly
Hwang Hyun-sungDolly

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