The Scent of Mandarin

The Scent of Mandarin

2015 · 110 min · ★ 5.9 · Drama, History, Romance

During World War I, a home care nurse treats a man who lost one leg on the front lines. A strong bond arises between them and evolves into a passionate love affair.

Directed by Gilles Legrand · Written by Guillaume Laurant

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