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Telling Lies in America 1997

In 1960s Cleveland, a teenager grappling with personal challenges discovers a mentor in a captivating local radio DJ. The DJ’s unique perspective guides the boy on a journey of self-discovery, while also illuminating the complexities of his relationship with his father. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a changing America, exploring themes of identity, family, and the power of connection in a time of cultural transformation.

In 1960s Cleveland, a teenager grappling with personal challenges discovers a mentor in a captivating local radio DJ. The DJ’s unique perspective guides the boy on a journey of self-discovery, while also illuminating the complexities of his relationship with his father. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a changing America, exploring themes of identity, family, and the power of connection in a time of cultural transformation.

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65

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4.3

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6.2 /10

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Cadillac

1959

Funeral Coach

Cadillac

1959

Series 62 Convertible

Checker

1974

Taxicab

Chevrolet

1948

3100

Chevrolet

1954

Bel Air

Chevrolet

1958

Bel Air

Chevrolet

1949

Fleetline

Chevrolet

1947

Fleetline Aerosedan

Chevrolet

1955

Task-Force

Ford

1947

Super De Luxe

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