
Conman: The Life and Crimes of Mark Acklom
Overview
Documentary following the story of a cunning fraudster who posed as an MI6 agent to con his ex-girlfriend out of almost £300,000.
Top Cast
Martin Brunt
Presenter
Key Film Crew
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