Monsieur Vincent

Monsieur Vincent

1947 · 111 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama, History

The life of Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century author and priest who founded two religious orders.

Directed by Maurice Cloche · Written by Jean Anouilh

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