Checkmate to the Queen of Diamonds

Checkmate to the Queen of Diamonds

1973 · 83 min · ★ 5.4 · Drama, Crime, Mystery

A detective and a militia captain are working together investigating a murder. When their job is done, the feelings do not let them say goodbye.

Directed by Aloiz Brench · Written by Vladimirs Kaijaks

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