Chronic

Chronic

The last patient

R 2015 · 93 min · ★ 5.9 · Drama

David is a nurse who works with terminally ill patients. Dedicated to his profession, he develops strong relationships with the people he cares for. But outside of work, it's a different story altogether.

Directed by Michel Franco · Written by Michel Franco

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