The Phantom

The Phantom

1984 · 90 min · ★ 5.3 · Drama

Set in the early years of the century. A story of a country gentleman haunted by the memory of his first wife. His current wife, had enough of his obsession and has taken a lover, who is mysteriously paralyzed. Meanwhile, main character's son gets his first taste of sensual experience with a mute peasant girl.

Directed by Marek Nowicki · Written by Marek Nowicki

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