The Benefactor

The Benefactor(2015)

"His help comes at a price."

4.9/10
248 votes
90 minDecember 23, 2015

Overview

A newly married couple are forced to navigate the all-consuming interest of a powerful, mysterious, and possessive philanthropist.

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