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Roots
Roots
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Roots

1992
1h 50m
Drama
TV Movie

Status

Released

Release

1992

Runtime

1h 50m

Storyline

Presentation of Arnold Wesker's play of the 1950s. A young girl returns to her family home in Norfolk, having been educated in cultural and political matters by her boyfriend Ronnie. Through trying to pass on what she has learned, she discovers her own voice and views.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 50m
Nov 28, 1992
Languages
English
Director
Simon Curtis
Simon Curtis

Top Cast

9 Cast Members

Jane Horrocks

Jane Horrocks

Beatie Bryant

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Jenny Beales

Timothy Spall

Timothy Spall

Jimmy Beales

Pam Ferris

Pam Ferris

Mrs Bryant

Ewan Hooper

Ewan Hooper

Mr Bryant

Christopher Eccleston

Christopher Eccleston

Frankie Bryant

Adie Allen

Adie Allen

Pearl Bryant

Bryan Pringle

Bryan Pringle

Stan Mann

Keith Osborn

Mr Healey

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