The Boy and the Ball and the Hole in the Wall

The Boy and the Ball and the Hole in the Wall

1965 · 85 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama

Not realizing the dangers he is facing, Young Dieter will do anything to get his ball back after it was thrown over the Berlin wall by a ruthless guar

Directed by Ismael Rodríguez · Written by Ismael Rodríguez

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