The Wastrel

The Wastrel

Two people submerged in an ocean of love and hate!

1961 · 84 min · ★ 5.1 · Drama

A wealthy and self-serving man, sets out on a perilous ocean voyage with his son. An unexpected incident with the vessel causes him to reflect on his not so perfect life.

Directed by Mihalis Kakogiannis · Written by Mihalis Kakogiannis

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