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Lara
Lara
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2019
1h 38m
6.7(80 votes)
Drama
Comedy
Music

Overview

Today is Lara’s 60th birthday, which happens to fall on the same day as her pianist son’s career-defining concert. A failed pianist herself, Lara spends the time before his performance pacing about Berlin—boiling with jealousy, nerves, and pride—trying to get hold of her elusive son.

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