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Balls (2018): Cast

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Balls is a 2018 short film directed by Lily Cole, starring Sarah Gadon as Mary Ann, John Sessions and Gillian Bevan. It runs 12 minutes.

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Balls (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
12 min
Director
Lily Cole
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Balls About?

The premise of Balls without spoilers.

Inspired by Charlotte Brontë's Wuthering Heights and the historical records of the Foundling Hospital, this film connects the story of Heathcliff, a foundling, with the experiences of women who were forced to give up their babies to the hospital. Set in modern-day Liverpool, it examines the societal constraints faced by women in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, prompting reflection on the progress made since then and exploring the lives of both celebrated and forgotten individuals.

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Cast & crew

Balls Cast & Characters

Sarah Gadon leads the cast as Mary Ann, with John Sessions as Brownlow and Gillian Bevan as Jean. Directed by Lily Cole; 4 actors are credited in all.

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FAQ

Balls FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Balls, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Balls?

Balls runs 12 minutes.

When was Balls released?

Balls was released on August 2, 2018.

Who directed Balls?

Balls was directed by Lily Cole.

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Who is in the cast of Balls?

Balls stars Sarah Gadon as Mary Ann, John Sessions as Brownlow and Gillian Bevan as Jean, among 4 credited actors.

Does Balls have a post-credit scene?

No. Balls has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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