Jane HorrocksBeatie Bryant
Imelda StauntonJenny Beales
Timothy SpallJimmy Beales
Pam FerrisMrs Bryant
Ewan HooperMr Bryant
Christopher EcclestonFrankie Bryant
Adie AllenPearl Bryant
Bryan PringleStan Mann
Keith OsbornMr HealeyWhy it may be worth watching
- Roots combines Drama and TV Movie elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Jane Horrocks, Imelda Staunton, Timothy Spall.
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Roots
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.
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Best suited to viewers looking for Drama, TV Movie.
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