I Compose a Song (1978)

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A story about ten years old Sona - a very talented young singer whose parents are not so happy about her singing.
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Jun 02, 1978
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01h 14m
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A story about ten years old Sona - a very talented young singer whose parents are not so happy about her singing.

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