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An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win
2016·48m·★ 7.8
Set in Detroit during the Civil Rights Movement, "An American Girl Story - Melody 1963: Love Has to Win" examines the joyful life and troubled times of an irrepressible 10-year-old African-American girl whose vivid imagination and creativity reinforce her optimism. When shocking national events threaten her sense of security, Melody must find inner strength to restore her hope for a better world.
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A focused choice when you want a story with a clear identity and enough detail to make the choice feel intentional.
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Light commitment · 48m
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