The Reformatory(1991)
Magda, a novice director, makes a film about the behavior of young people in extreme situations - specifically, in a correctional home.
Movie: The Reformatory
Top 8 Billed Cast
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Magda
Tomek Koziel
Marek
Andrzej Matłak
"Świr"
Mariusz
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Magda, a novice director, makes a film about the behavior of young people in extreme situations - specifically, in a correctional home.
Release Date
1991-11-30
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8
Rating:
4.0 startsTagline
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Languages:
Polski
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