Vein Wound

Vein Wound

Passion. Desire. Greed. The roots of discontent in a changing world.

1980 · 100 min · ★ 9.0 · Drama

A provincial son who just finished law school embarked on becoming a successful man, even if it means leaving behind his former life and seducing a woman beyond his means.

Directed by Ishmael Bernal · Written by Jorge Arago

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