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The Stepmother

The Stepmother

Genres

Drama

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A poor boy is mistreated by his stepmother when his father isn't present.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

6 mins

Rating

4.8/10

Release Date

03 November 1906

Country

France

Cast

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