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Nowhere Special

John, a 35-year-old window cleaner, has dedicated his life to bringing up his 4-year-old son, Michael, after the child's mother left them soon after giving birth. When John is given only a few months left to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for Michael, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation.

20201h 36mNRDrama

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About Nowhere Special

Directors
Uberto Pasolini
Cast
James Norton, Daniel Lamont, Eileen O'Higgins, Valerie O'Connor, Stella McCusker, Carol Moore
Genres
Drama
Content rating
NR
Original language
English
Production countries
Italy, Romania, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland
Status
Released

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