The More You Ignore Me (2018)

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.

Directing:
  • Keith English

Writing:
  • Jo Brand

Stars:
Release Date: 2018-04-13
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  • Country: GB
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 90
Roger Morlidge
Roger Morlidg...
Phil
Sheila Hancock
Sheila Hancoc...
Nan Wildgoose
Sheridan Smith
Sheridan Smit...
Gina Wilson
Mark Addy
Mark Addy
Keith Wilson
Sally Phillips
Sally Phillip...
Dr Marie Henty
Tony Way
Tony Way
Wobbly Wildgoose
Ricky Tomlinson
Ricky Tomlins...
Bert Wildgoose
Ella Hunt
Ella Hunt
Alice Wilson
Jo Brand
Jo Brand
Sandra
Alexander Morris
Alexander Mor...
Mark
Clive Mantle
Clive Mantle
Dunk
Tom Davis
Tom Davis
Big Head Wildgoose
Elizabeth Carling
Elizabeth Car...
Jean
Daniel Coll
Daniel Coll
Jim
Ashley Taylor Dawson
Ashley Taylor...
Dr Desmond
Rod Glenn
Rod Glenn
Ambulance Driver
Tony Blackburn
Tony Blackbur...
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