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The Kite Runner
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PG13,2hrs 2min
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January 11, 2008
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Paramount Vantage
Synopsis: Based on Khaled Hosseini's acclaimed novels, "The Kite Runner" is an emotional tale of friendship, family, devastating mistakes and redeeming love. In a divided country on the verge of war, two childhood best friends, Amir and Hassan, are about to be torn apart forever. It’s a glorious afternoon in Kabul and the skies are bursting with the exhilarating joy of an innocent kite-fighting tournament. But in the aftermath of the day’s victory, one boy’s fearful act of betrayal will set in ... Full Synopsis
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Alissa Simon, Variety.com
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"... Marc Forster's richly detailed screen translation of Khaled Hosseini's beloved best-seller should reach beyond the book's many fans." Full Review
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