The Arbiter

The Arbiter

His only desire is to make the world a better place.

2013 · 103 min · ★ 5.0 · Drama

A brilliant but misguided man feels that he has the right to decide who is worth their place on earth.

Directed by Kadri Kõusaar · Written by Kadri Kõusaar

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