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The Magician's Alms

The Magician's Alms

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FantasyDramaComedy

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A magician transforms a tiny dinner table into a full meal for a homeless man.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

3 mins

Rating

5.2/10

Release Date

01 October 1905

Country

France

Cast

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