Land der Väter, Land der Söhne

Land der Väter, Land der Söhne

1989 · 90 min · ★ 9.0 · Drama

A young journalist researches the life of his father which leads him to path of contradictions until he uncovers a gruelling truth.

Directed by Nico Hofmann · Written by Nico Hofmann

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