
The Legend of Tayos
2021-09-10 · 86 min · ★ 6.0
A Hungarian explorer claims to have discovered a "Gold Library" inside a cave. Lacking evidence, he tries to get the recognition he believes he deserves but struggles to get support from the local governments and religious leaders.
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- Galo Semblantes
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- Non-Sequitur Films
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- Ecuador
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