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200963 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A Step from Heaven

200963 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Over 14 years, Juan Angel Ruiz transforms his near-fatal accident into a mission of hope, connecting with artists like Gloria and Emilio Estefan.

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Over 14 years, Juan Angel Ruiz transforms his near-fatal accident into a mission of hope, connecting with artists like Gloria and Emilio Estefan.

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Vidal Cantúdirector

Gloria Estefan

Gloria Estefancast

Emilio Estefan Jr.

Emilio Estefan Jr.cast

Eduardo Verástegui

Eduardo Verásteguicast

Juan Angel Ruizcast

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Juan Angel Ruiz faces serious health challenges after a tragic accident. Over 14 years, he shares his insights through conferences and writing, becoming a social activist. Eduardo Verastegui visits Miami to meet musicians Gloria and Emilio Estefan, who connect with Juan's message of hope. They join Juan for his final public conference, where he seeks to inspire others with his story of adversity and joy.

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