The Life I Want
The Life I Want

The Life I Want

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2004
2h 5m
6.8(12 votes)
Drama
Romance

Overview

A relationship develops between seasoned actor Stefano and his young, ambitious co-star Laura when they are cast as the two leads in a film. Stefano must deal with his growing jealousy when Laura's career begins to take off.

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Lumière & Co.
RAI Cinema

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