Muito Prazer

Muito Prazer

1979 · 94 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama

Two contrasting social groups get in touch: three architects and three street urchins, all struggling for survival.

Directed by David Neves · Written by Joaquim Vaz de Carvalho

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