Two Halves of a Heart

Two Halves of a Heart

1982 · 84 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, Family

A boy's careless childhood is interrupted when he finds out about his parents' decision to divorce.

Directed by Vefik Hadžismajlović · Written by Vefik Hadžismajlović

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