The Obolus
The simplest questions are the hardest to answer
2009 · 19m · Not Rated
Drama, Fantasy
Directed by
Mathias Røer
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The Obolus
Overview
A fairy tale for adults about a little boy who has to gain strength and courage to find his way out of a mysterious place by making the ultimate sacrifice.
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