BBC Two - Blinded by the Light (original) (raw)
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Luton, 1987. Facing parental pressure and everyday racism, teen Javed Khan unexpectedly finds his frustrations and ambitions expressed in Bruce Springsteen songs.
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Luton, 1987. Javed Khan is a British-Pakistani college student in a family with a domineering father. Facing parental pressure and everyday racism, Javed unexpectedly finds his frustrations and ambitions expressed in Bruce Springsteen songs.
Inspired by the rock star and a teacher who encourages his own writing, he sets out to fulfill his dreams. Feelgood drama with music, inspired by a true story.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Javed | Viveik Kalra |
| Eliza | Nell Williams |
| Matt | Dean-Charles Chapman |
| Noor (Mother) | Meera Ganatra |
| Ms Clay | Hayley Atwell |
| Matt's Dad | Rob Brydon |
| Writer | Sarfraz Manzoor |
| Writer | Gurinder Chadha |
| Writer | Paul Mayeda Berges |
| Director | Gurinder Chadha |
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