Les Capricieux

Les Capricieux

1984 · 82 min · ★ 8.3

In post-revolutionary France, two neighbouring aristocrats embark on a dangerous game when they agree to help a Polish agent.

Directed by Michel Deville · Written by Damamme Anne-Marie

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