Strings
Nov 15 2013
•0h 10m
•Animation, Drama, Family
María's routine at school is altered by the arrival of a very special child. Soon, they become close friends.
Cast
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Miriam Martín
María (voice)
Belén Rueda
Maestra (voice)
María Temprado
Amiga de María (voice)
Blanca Formáriz
María adulta (voice)
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