La Grande Maffia(1971)
After receiving a mobster's heart as a transplant, a modest bank teller embarks on a life of criminal exploits.
Movie: La Grande Maffia
Top 10 Billed Cast
Modeste Miette
Aldo
Father #1
Father #2
Father #3
Bank Director
Widow Cartone
Miss Pussiau
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After receiving a mobster's heart as a transplant, a modest bank teller embarks on a life of criminal exploits.
Release Date
1971-09-17
Average
6
Rating:
3.0 startsTagline
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Languages:
Français
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