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Abuela's Luck
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Abuela's Luck

2018-08-25 · 9 min · ★ 7.0

Drama · Comedy · Crime

Abuela's Luck is a story about appreciation and a lesson on luck. Some of us may not realize it, but luck can stem from our own past and have a direct affect on our future. We are introduced to Raymond, a 19 year-old Dominican-American who is asked by his Abuela to cash out what she assumes is a winning scratch off. Once at the bodega, we learn that Raymond has other plans in mind. And so does fate.

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Directors
Ricky Rosario
Production companies
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Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 8,000
Revenue
USD 10,000

Top Cast

Manny UreñaManny UreñaRaymond
Manuel CabreroDomingo
Wilton GuzmanWilton GuzmanLuis
Shakira BarreraShakira BarreraYesenia

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