Burning an Illusion(1981)
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.
Movie: Burning an Illusion
Top 10 Billed Cast
Del Bennett
Cynthia
Scotty
Pest
Prison Warder
Christine
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