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Mondo

Mondo (1997)

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Average Rating: 6.6/10
Reviews Counted: 5
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A boy with no family tries to recruit one in this charming light drama. A ten-year-old gypsy boy who calls himself Mondo (Ovidiu Balan) wanders into the French community of Nice. Travelling on his own with no parents or relatives, Mondo makes his way through the sunny, sea-side community, meeting friendly strangers and startling folks with the question, "Would you like to adopt me?" While Mondo doesn't find a new family right away, he leads a charmed life in Nice, where fate brings good things

Unrated, 1 hr. 35 min.

Art House & International, Drama

Directed By: Tony Gatlif

In Theaters: May 30, 1997 Wide

On DVD: Nov 16, 1999

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A ten-year-old gypsy boy's zest for life has a salutary effect on a small community in this wonderful film.

March 3, 2002 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice

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