Die Sünderin

Die Sünderin

1951 · 87 min · ★ 5.4 · Drama, Romance

Going from a dysfunctional family into a life of prostitution, Marina finally finds happiness and comfort with unsuccessful artist Alexander. However, a brain tumor threatens to make him blind and only an expensive operation can save him.

Directed by Willi Forst · Written by Gerhard Menzel

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