The Needle (1989)

Moro returns to Alma-Ata to collect money owed to him. While waiting out an unexpected delay, he visits his former girlfriend Dina and discovers she has become a morphine addict. He decides to help her kick the habit and to fight the local drug mafia responsible for her condition.

Released Feb. 13, 1989 76 min 18+

Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

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