The Picture of Dorian Gray

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Why did women talk about Dorian Gray in whispers?

NR 1945 · 111 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama, Horror, Fantasy

A corrupt young man somehow keeps his youthful beauty, but a special painting gradually reveals his inner ugliness to all.

Directed by Albert Lewin · Written by Albert Lewin

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