Glorious 39(2009)
A mysterious tale set around a traditional British family on the eve of World War Two. Oblivious to the looming shadow of World War II, the wealthy Keyes maintain a confident façade in the British countryside until daughter Anne becomes an unexpected pawn. Her accidental discovery of secret recordings creates a rift in the family.
Movie: Glorious 39
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Anne Keyes
Alexander Keyes
Aunt Elizabeth
Ralph Keyes
Celia Keyes
Hector
Lawrence
Joseph Balcombe
Older Walter Page
Oliver Page
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A mysterious tale set around a traditional British family on the eve of World War Two. Oblivious to the looming shadow of World War II, the wealthy Keyes maintain a confident façade in the British countryside until daughter Anne becomes an unexpected pawn. Her accidental discovery of secret recordings creates a rift in the family.
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2009-11-20
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