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The Groundsman
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The Groundsman

2013-06-20 · 15 min · Not rated

Drama

A Scottish football groundsman discovers the club he's been a part of for thirty years is going out of business.

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Directors
Jonny Blair
Production companies
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

David O'HaraDavid O'HaraKeith
Brian McCardieBrian McCardieSteve
Jim SweeneyJim SweeneyBoard Member #1
Darran LightbodyBoard Member #2
Sean BrownPlayer #1
Daniel CahillPlayer #2
Zoë BarkerYoung Mother
Alfie WellcoatYoung Father

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