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The More You Ignore Me

64 %|Apr 13, 2018|Comedy

Based on Jo Brand's critically acclaimed novel of the same name, The More You Ignore Me is a warm, comedy drama focusing on the life of an unconventional family in 1980s rural England. The film focuses on Gina, a young mother, whose efforts to be a loving mother and wife are undermined by her declining mental health. Things deteriorate when she develops an obsession with the local weatherman, which leads to an admission to the nearby psychiatric hospital. Over the years, as she grows up, her daughter Alice struggles to relate to her heavily medicated mum, and causes chaos when she comes up with a plan to reconnect with her, which divides the family forever and leads to a moving climax. Set to the songs of The Smiths, The More You Ignore Me provides a sometimes stark, yet comical insight into life within this quirky household, whilst addressing mental health issues and their impact on the family.

Featured Crew

Keith English
Director
Jo Brand
Writer
Robert Little
Executive Producer
Debbie Gray
Producer
Caleb Ranson
Executive Producer
Katie Kearney
Line Producer
Justin Ribbons
Executive Producer
Julian Gleek
Executive Producer

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Cast

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Sheridan Smith
Gina Wilson
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Mark Addy
Keith Wilson
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Ella Hunt
Alice Wilson
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Sally Phillips
Dr Marie Henty
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Ricky Tomlinson
Bert Wildgoose
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Sheila Hancock
Nan Wildgoose
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Jo Brand
Sandra
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Tony Way
Wobbly Wildgoose
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Tom Davis
Big Head Wildgoose
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Eloise Groom
Young Alice
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Nadine Hanwell
Mrs. Langforth
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Lewis Fletcher
Ted Fairfax
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Dennis Conlon
Taxi Driver
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Nadine Hanwell
Mrs Longforth
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John Fagan
Security Guard
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Rod Glenn
Ambulance Driver
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Jamie Thurston
Look North Presenter
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Jeannie Calandar
Female Customer
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Tony Blackburn
Top of the Pops Presenter (voice)