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Belonging

Belonging

The bittersweet bonds of love and betrayal

20045.81h 36m

Overview

After giving up her job as a librarian to care for her husband’s elderly family, Jess’ world falls apart when he leaves her for a younger woman.

Directed by Christopher Menaul
Written by Alan Plater
Produced by Jenny Edwards, Jeanna Polley
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Top Cast

Brenda Blethyn

Brenda Blethyn

Jess Copplestone

Kevin Whately

Kevin Whately

Jacob Copplestone

Rosemary Harris

Rosemary Harris

May Copplestone

Anna Massey

Anna Massey

Brenda

Peter Sallis

Peter Sallis

Nathan

Jill Baker

Jill Baker

Cathy

Fiona O'Shaughnessy

Fiona O'Shaughnessy

Stephanie

Matthew Marsh

Matthew Marsh

Peter Fox

M

Maisy Taylor

Nella

Tom Bennett

Tom Bennett

PC Cowley

About Belonging

Belonging is a drama, romance, tv movie film released in 2004. Directed by Christopher Menaul, it stars Brenda Blethyn, Kevin Whately, Rosemary Harris. After giving up her job as a librarian to care for her husband’s elderly family, Jess’ world falls apart when he leaves her for a younger woman.

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