Gone Fishing (2012)
Genre : Drama, Family
Runtime : 1H 18M
Director : Carlos Sorín
Writer : Carlos Sorín
Synopsis
A recovering alcoholic travels to the untamed coast of Patagonia to reconnect with his estranged daughter in this gentle yet deeply resonant drama from Argentine writer-director Carlos Sorin.
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