A Running Jump. Perry (Eddie Marsan). Copyright: Film4 / BBC Films
A Running Jump

A Running Jump

  • TV comedy drama
  • Channel 4
  • 2012
  • 1 episode

Short 35 minute film about a car dealer's family. Written and directed by Mike Leigh for the London 2012 Festival. Also features Eddie Marsan, Samantha Spiro, Sam Kelly, Danielle Bird, Nichole Bird and more.

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