Short Letter to the Long Goodbye

Short Letter to the Long Goodbye

1978 · 97 min · ★ 7.5 · Drama

A young German man who has just arrived in America, hopes to get over the collapse of his marriage. However, he soon discovers that his ex-wife is pursuing him.

Directed by Herbert Vesely · Written by Herbert Vesely

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