Affliction

Affliction

1985 · 120 min · ★ 9.0 · Drama, Family

Director: Sheikh Niamat Ali Writers: Sheikh Niamat Ali (dialogue), Sheikh Niamat Ali (screenplay) | Stars: Humayun Faridi, Bobita, Dolly Anowar

Directed by Sheikh Niamat Ali · Written by Sheikh Niamat Ali

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