Bad, Cold, and Cantankerous

Bad, Cold, and Cantankerous

1969 · 83 min · ★ 5.8 · Comedy

Financially hard-pressed, a good-hearted coffee-shop owner asks his twin brother and famous actor for a loan; but, when he faints and collapses on stage, it's up to him to save the day, and his sibling's reputation. Is he up for the task?

Directed by Errikos Thalassinos · Written by Giorgos Lazaridis

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