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Using the Telephone
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Using the Telephone

1970-05-01 · 18 min · Not rated

Documentary · Comedy

A young David Jason tries and fails to master sales calls.

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Directors
Peter Duffell
Production companies
Rank Short Films Group, BFI
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

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David JasonDavid Jason

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