Amelia Lópes O'Neill

Amelia Lópes O'Neill

1992 · 100 min · ★ 5.0 · Drama, Romance

A well-bred young woman who prizes the virtue of fidelity remains faithful to the doctor who deflowers her, even after he marries her invalid sister.

Directed by Valeria Sarmiento · Written by Raúl Ruiz

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