La conjura de El Escorial

La conjura de El Escorial

2008 · 128 min · ★ 4.7 · History

16th century ruler King Philip II of Spain maneuvers within a court of deceit and betrayal

Directed by Antonio del Real · Written by Antonio del Real

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