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Rita

Rita

Description: A teacher confronts her past when an old flame re-enters her life.
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Year Released: 2012
Number of seasons: 5
Number of episodes: 40
Language: Danish
Nominations: Robert Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Television Role, MORE
Spin Off: Hjørdis
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