The Nostradamus Kid

The Nostradamus Kid

The worst part of love is the fallout.

1993 · 120 min · ★ 4.9 · Drama, Romance

When he discovers the world is about to end, a lovestruck teen makes it his mission to bed the girl he has fallen for.

Directed by Bob Ellis · Written by Bob Ellis

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