Odd Birds

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Odd Birds

1987

1h 27m

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Drama

Overview

In 1965, an Asian-American girl wants to be an actress despite the odds. Her mother thinks it's just a silly dream. However, her quirky middle-aged high school teacher decides to help her try out for a Broadway musical.

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4 members

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Michael Moriarty

Brother T.S. Murphy

Acting

Donna Lew

Joy Chan

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Nancy Yee

Mrs. Chan

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Bruce Gray

Gower Champion

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