Maniac

Director: Franck Khalfoun
Cast: Elijah Wood, America Olivo, Nora Arnezeder, Zoe Aggeliki
Theatrical Release Date: June 21, 2013

Synopsis: The owner of a mannequin shop develops a dangerous obsession with a young artist.

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