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An American in Puerto Rico

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An American in Puerto Rico

2011

1h 13m

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Overview

A young American man is transferred to work in Puerto Rico. He quickly tries to integrate into the Puerto Rican life, but his ignorance of cultural differences and no understanding of the Spanish language create problems.

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10 featured cast members

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Daegan Palermo

John

Lizette García

Carmen

Nanishka Camberos

María

Jose Sepulveda

Jose

Clyde J. Bruff

Harold

Ben David Garza

Bartender

C.S. Boris

Lead architect

Michael Medici

Fred Zappert

Nancy Jo Sale

Creative team

Directed by: Jose Sepulveda
Written by: Jose Sepulveda
Produced by: Jose Sepulveda

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