Aferim!

Aferim!

2015 · 108 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama, History

Set in early 19th century Wallachia, Romania, a policeman, Costandin, is hired by a nobleman to find a Gypsy slave who has run away from his estate after having an affair with his wife.

Directed by Radu Jude · Written by Radu Jude

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