My Friend Ana

My Friend Ana

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My Friend Ana

2023

0h 9m

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Overview

Myla is a young, isolated girl on a journey with Anorexia. Myla meets Ana at school, promising to be her best friend. As the time goes on, Myla has to decide whether her life or her newfound friendship is more important.

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Cast & crew

8 featured cast members

Starring

Shea DeMarco

Myla

Maria Ferrol

Ana

Earl Fechter

Myla's Father

Wendy Gillespie

Myla's Mother

Austin Widmer

Myla's Admirer

Yaire Romero

Extra 1

Laura Clever

Extra 2

Ari West

Extra 3

Creative team

Directed by: Nicki Gural
Written by: Nicki Gural

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