Pleasures of War (1998)
Overview
A retelling of the Biblical story of Judith and Holofernes, exploring female aggression and the links between war and sexual desire.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.2802 |
Directed By
Ruth Lingford
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