The Crime of Aldeia Velha

The Crime of Aldeia Velha

1964 · 115 min · ★ 7.5 · Crime, Drama

Joana lives in a small and remote village where people are very primitive and religious. When accidents start happening that involves her, people slowly start believing that she is possessed by the devil.

Directed by Manuel Guimarães · Written by Bernardo Santareno

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