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Director Jim Archer
Screenplay David Earl, Chris Hayward
Producer Rupert Majendie
Cast David Earl, Chris Hayward, Louise Brealey
Sales agent Bankside Films
UK distributor Focus Features
North American distributor Focus Features
Broadcaster Film4
Credits summary A mr box production, supported by BFI and Film 4, in association with Great Point Media
Festival highlights Sundance Film Festival
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Director Jim Archer
Screenplay David Earl, Chris Hayward
Producer Rupert Majendie
Cast David Earl, Chris Hayward, Louise Brealey
Sales agent Bankside Films
UK distributor Focus Features
North American distributor Focus Features
Broadcaster Film4
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