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Burning an Illusion

6.119811h 46mMovieDrama

A young black woman in England becomes increasingly frustrated with her life with her lazy, demanding boyfriend, and with the help of friends seeks something better.

DirectorMenelik Shabazz
WriterMenelik Shabazz
ProducerVivien Pottersman

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Cast · Directed by Menelik Shabazz

CM
Cassie McFarlane
Pat Williams
VEVictor Romero Evans
Victor Romero Evans
Del Bennett
BM
Beverley Martin
Sonia
AWAngela Wynter
Angela Wynter
Cynthia
MF
Malcolm Frederick
Chamberlain
CTChris Tummings
Chris Tummings
Scotty
TLTrevor Laird
Trevor Laird
Pest
CS
Corinne Skinner-Carter
Pat's Mother
JCJohn Cannon
John Cannon
Prison Warder
NWNicola Wright
Nicola Wright
Christine
LWLarrington Walker
Larrington Walker
Tony
MB
Marva Buchanan
Lorna

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Burning an Illusion — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Burning an Illusion?

Burning an Illusion is streaming on Criterion Channel and BFI Player in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Burning an Illusion on Netflix?

No, Burning an Illusion is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and BFI Player.

Is Burning an Illusion on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Burning an Illusion isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel and BFI Player instead.

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Burning an Illusion is available on Criterion Channel and BFI Player in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.