Estas ruinas que ves

Estas ruinas que ves

1979 · 107 min · ★ 4.2 · Drama, Romance

In this sexy romantic comedy from Mexico, the life of a college professor is turned upside down when he falls for a former student, who is already pledged to marry another man.

Directed by Julián Pastor · Written by Jorge Patiño

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