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Burning an Illusion

the story of a Black woman's awakening
Nov 13, 1981 · 1h 46m
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Drama

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A young black woman in England becomes increasingly frustrated with her life with her lazy, demanding boyfriend, and with the help of friends seeks something better.

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CAST

Cassie McFarlane
Pat Williams
Victor Romero Evans
Del Bennett
Beverley Martin
Sonia
Angela Wynter
Cynthia
Malcolm Frederick
Chamberlain
Chris Tummings
Scotty
Trevor Laird
Pest
Corinne Skinner-Carter
Pat's Mother
Directed by Menelik Shabazz

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
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Revenue
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Production
BFI
Country
GB
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