Bellbird (2019)
Overview
In the wake of the loss of his beloved wife, a rural community rallies around a farmer to help him deal with his grief.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.473 |
Directed By
Hamish Bennett
Crew
Hamish Bennett
Emily Carter
Alan Kidd
Karl Steven
Brendan Hill
Kat Stephens
Hamish Bennett
Steve Finnigan
Alana Cotton
Orlando Stewart
Catherine Fitzgerald
Grant McKinnon
TOP CAST
Marshall Napier
Ross
Annie Whittle
Beth
Rachel House
Connie
Cohen Holloway
Bruce
Kahukura Retimana
Marley
Stephen Tamarapa
Clem
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