The Prophet Mimi

The Prophet Mimi

1973 · 93 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, Thriller, Horror

Childhood trauma and religious repression causes a little boy to grow up into a murderer.

Directed by José Estrada · Written by José Estrada

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