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Land of Green Ginger
Faced with the prospect of being sent to work abroad, Sally Brown returns home from London to Hull, to see if she still feels the same attachment for her home town - and for her old boyfriend Mike Thurlow. Will she decide to take the job abroad or return to live with Mike in Hull?
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Plot Summary
A young woman travels to Egypt to join her estranged father, a respected archaeologist. Upon arrival, she discovers a dark secret about her father's past and his obsession with a legendary artifact, the Land of Green Ginger. She finds herself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger as she tries to uncover the truth.
Critical Reception
Land of Green Ginger received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric setting and performances, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. It did not achieve widespread commercial success but has garnered a cult following over the years.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative Egyptian setting.
Noted for the performances of its lead actors.
Criticized for a plot that felt underdeveloped and slow.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on a novel of the same name by Robert MacBryde.
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