A Kind of English(1986)
Ruhul Amin's quiet, humane dramatic feature explores the conflicting influences in the life of Samir, a 9-year-old Bengali boy growing up in the East End of London.
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Ruhul Amin's quiet, humane dramatic feature explores the conflicting influences in the life of Samir, a 9-year-old Bengali boy growing up in the East End of London.
Release Date
1986-01-01
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10
Rating:
5.0 startsTagline
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Languages:
English
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