Hidden Wounds

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Hidden Wounds

"There are wounds that never show on the body, that are deeper and more painful than anything capable of bleeding."

2022

0h 1m

10.0(1 votes)

Drama

War

Overview

The impact of lingering trauma on an ex-serviceman, triggered by sounds of everyday life.

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2 featured cast members

Starring

Dominic Thompson

Father

Bailey Jones

Son

Creative team

Directed by: Toby Kearton
Written by: Toby Kearton
Produced by: Lou Murrall

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