Rich Girl

Rich Girl

1985 · 70 min · Action, Crime

When a highly trained bodyguard is hired to protect a wealthy businessman’s pampered daughter, he will have his work cut out for him. The beautiful young woman doesn’t want or believe she needs protection.

Directed by Tonie van der Merwe · Written by Liana Scrips

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