La Celestina

La Celestina

1996 · 92 min · ★ 4.8 · Drama

The young nobleman Calisto falls in love with Melibea, the daughter of a rich merchant. Calisto's servant Sempronio suggests they get the sorceress Celestina to further the romance. However Calisto's other servant Parmeno is suspicious of Celestina, as he knows about her tricks.

Directed by Gerardo Vera · Written by Rafael Azcona

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