Asphalt Tango

Asphalt Tango

1996 · 100 min · ★ 7.1 · Comedy, Drama

A desperate husband chases a bus full of beautiful women headed for Paris, France.

Directed by Nae Caranfil · Written by Nae Caranfil

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