Black Island

Black Island

2021 · 105 min · ★ 5.9 · Thriller

The dark secrets of a seemingly peaceful island threaten to swallow up an orphaned student when he grows close to a mysterious new teacher.

Directed by Miguel Alexandre · Written by Miguel Alexandre

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