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199940 minPGdocumentary

Angoo

199940 minPGdocumentary

Three years after an unexpected pregnancy, Pei-ling left her child Angoo in her parents' care while she moved in with a new boyfriend.

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Lungnan Isak Fangas

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Three years after an unexpected pregnancy, Pei-ling left her child Angoo in her parents' care while she moved in with a new boyfriend.

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Lungnan Isak Fangas

Lungnan Isak Fangasdirector

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Pei-ling faces the challenges of an unexpected pregnancy, giving birth to a child nicknamed Angoo. Over the next three years, her life takes several turns. She separates from Angoo's father and begins a new relationship, leaving Angoo in the care of her parents. After moving back in with her family due to her boyfriend's brother's disapproval, Pei-ling's relationship with Angoo becomes strained. Gradually, understanding and love begin to mend their bond.

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