Glorious 39
Nov 20 2009
•2h 9m
•War, Drama, History, Thriller
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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Romola Garai
Anne Keyes
Bill Nighy
Alexander Keyes
Julie Christie
Aunt Elizabeth
Eddie Redmayne
Ralph Keyes
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