They Promised You That the River Ain't Deep

Dec 12, 2021

0h 5m

★ 9.5

"It is possible to fall in love with a parasite. But it is not advisable!"

Overview

Living in a small rural town, with little available emotional help around her, a young woman returns for a visit to her therapist. She finally receives a profoundly symbolic message, guiding her to find answers and solutions while living in a toxic relationship.

Genres

Drama

Production Companies

La Guarimba

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Cast

Therapist

Paloma Albaladejo

Woman

Niamh Murphy

Man

Francesco Guzzo Magliocchi

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6.6

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6.0

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5.7

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6.4

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6.7

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0.0

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No overview available.

3.3

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0.0

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No overview available.

6.4

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3.0

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6.0

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6.5

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7.2

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6.4

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5.8

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6.3

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0.0

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6.2

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6.5

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They Promised You That the River Ain't Deep

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