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a.k.a. Pablo (1984)
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Genre: Comedy
Country: USA
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a.k.a. Pablo is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from March to April 1984.
Style:
sitcom, family comedy, heartfelt, hispanic
Plot:
stand up comedy, self identity, racial tension, social commentary, everyday life, moral dilemma, reception, bittersweet, latina, stand up comedian, mexican stereotype, mexican american
Place:
california
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