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Symbol

2009

1h 33m

6.7(122 votes)

Comedy

Fantasy

Overview

A Japanese man in polka-dot pajamas wakes up in a room with no doors. Meanwhile, a middle-aged Mexican wrestler prepares for his most challenging match ever.

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11 members

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松本人志

The Man

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David Quintero

Escargot Man, Antonio's Father

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Carlos C. Torres

Antonio

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Luis Accinelli

Antonio's Uncle

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Lilian Tapia

Antonio's Mother

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王菀之

Antonio's Sister

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Adriana Fricke

Karen

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Salam Diagne

African Tribesman

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Arkangel De La Muerte

Aguila De Plata

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Matcho Panpu

Tequila Joe

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Shigeki Sato

El Super Demonio

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