The Glass Cell(1978)
A man is wrongfully imprisoned for five years. Once out, he hears about his wife's supposed adventures outside of their marriage and becomes increasingly jealous.
Movie: The Glass Cell
Top 10 Billed Cast
Lisa Braun
Phillip Braun
David Reinalt
Goller
Lasky
Polizeikommissar Österreich
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A man is wrongfully imprisoned for five years. Once out, he hears about his wife's supposed adventures outside of their marriage and becomes increasingly jealous.
Release Date
1978-04-06
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6.9
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