The Dog in the Manger

The Dog in the Manger

1996 · 105 min · ★ 6.6 · Comedy

Countess Diana de Belflor is in love with Teodoro, her secretary, but he is engaged to Marcela.

Directed by Pilar Miró · Written by Pilar Miró

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