Kuoleman hellä kosketus

Kuoleman hellä kosketus

1982 · ★ 3.7 · Drama, TV Movie

A young man finds himself in conflict with military order and purpose.

Directed by Veli-Matti Saikkonen · Written by Veli-Matti Saikkonen

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