Gods

Gods

2008 · 95 min · ★ 4.9 · Drama

A Peruvian teen lusts after his wild sister while the new wife of their difficult, wealthy father tries to hide her lower-class background.

Directed by Josué Méndez · Written by Josué Méndez

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