Counterparts(2007)
Teacher Anne and policeman Georg are thought of as the perfect couple. However, appearances are deceptive: one of them is covered with scars and bruises. But which one is the abuser?
Movie: Counterparts
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Georg Hoffmann
Anne Hoffmann
Michael Gleiwitz
Denise
Lukas Hoffmann
Mechthild
Andreas Hinreich
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Teacher Anne and policeman Georg are thought of as the perfect couple. However, appearances are deceptive: one of them is covered with scars and bruises. But which one is the abuser?
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2007-05-20
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