The French Game

The French Game

1960 · 86 min · ★ 6.1 · Drama

Wishing to find an old love that resurfaced, Juan, a Chilean diplomat, Dominique asks his friend François to act as an intermediary.

Directed by Jacques Doniol-Valcroze · Written by Jacques Doniol-Valcroze

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