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Why Me? (2015)

Why Me? (2015)

De ce eu?
125 minutes RO Thriller , Crime , Drama
Based on a true story
Cristian, a young idealistic prosecutor whose career is on the rise, tries to crack a case against a senior colleague accused of corruption. The dilemma of choosing between his career and the truth weighs heavily on his shoulders. Looking further to solve the case, he enters a danger zone paved with unexpected and painful revelations.
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