The Phone Call

The Phone Call

★ 7.3IMDb Score
Released:2013-10-20
Genre:Drama
Duration:21 min
Director:Mat Kirkby
Actors:Sally Hawkins, Jim Broadbent, Edward Hogg, Prunella Scales
Production:RSA Films

Overview:

Heather is a shy lady who works in a helpline call centre. When she receives a phone call from a mystery man, she has no idea that the encounter will change her life forever.

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