Besieged
Touched by Genius. Cursed by Madness. Blinded by Love.
Genres
Overview
While in exile in Italy, an African woman finds herself trying to get back home and free her imprisoned husband. But the only man that can help her do so is in love with her.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
93 min
Release Date
1998-02-05
Status
Released
Original Language
Italian
Vote Count
62
Vote Average
6.718
Thandiwe Newton
Shandurai
David Thewlis
Jason Kinsky
Claudio Santamaria
Agostino
John C. Ojwang
Singer
Massimo De Rossi
Patient
Veronica Lazăr
piano buyer
Elena Perino
Child at concert
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