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A Man Named Pearl (2006)

Género : Documental

Tiempo de ejecución : 1H 18M

Director : Brent Pierson, Scott Galloway

Sinopsis

Man Named Pearl tells the inspiring story of self-taught topiary artist Pearl Fryar. It offers a message that speaks to respect for both self and others, and shows what one person can achieve when he allows himself to share the full expression of his humanity.

Actores

Tripulaciones

Brent Pierson
Brent Pierson
Director
Scott Galloway
Scott Galloway
Director

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