Another Year (2010)
Director
Mike Leigh
Main cast
Jim Broadbent; Lesley Manville; Ruth Sheen; Oliver Maltman; Peter Wight
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Description
Mike Leighâs much praised 2010 tragicomical drama. During a year, a very content couple approaching retirement are visited by friends and family less happy with their lives.
Mike Leigh
Main cast
Jim Broadbent; Lesley Manville; Ruth Sheen; Oliver Maltman; Peter Wight
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Description
Mike Leighâs much praised 2010 tragicomical drama. During a year, a very content couple approaching retirement are visited by friends and family less happy with their lives.
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