The Temptation of St. Tony

The Temptation of St. Tony

The most stupendous and bone chilling tragedy about the agony and decline of one middle-level manager

2009 · 115 min · ★ 6.9 · Drama

A mid-level manager who develops an aversion to being a good person questions his morality as he faces the challenges of middle age and loses control of his life.

Directed by Veiko Õunpuu · Written by Veiko Õunpuu

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