Cassie McFarlane
Pat Williams
Movie
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Synopsis
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.
Cast
Top Billed Cast
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Victor Romero Evans
Del Bennett
No photo Beverley Martin
Sonia
Angela Wynter
Cynthia
No photo Malcolm Frederick
Chamberlain
Chris Tummings
Scotty
Trevor Laird
Pest
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Pat's Mother
John Cannon
Prison Warder
Nicola Wright
Christine
Larrington Walker
Tony
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Lorna
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Angela
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Pat's Father
Brian Bovell
Nat West
No photo Leroy Anderson
Richard
Andy de la Tour
Foreman
No photo Janet Kay
Singer in Club (Self)
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Chairwoman
Gary McDonald
Policeman
Availability
Where To Watch Legally
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burning an Illusion available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
What year was Burning an Illusion released?
Burning an Illusion was released in 1981.
How long is Burning an Illusion?
Burning an Illusion has a runtime of 1h 46m.
What genre is Burning an Illusion?
Burning an Illusion is classified as Drama.