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.

90min
2018
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.0/10

Cast

Sheridan Smith profile pictureSheridan SmithGina Wilson
Mark Addy profile pictureMark AddyKeith Wilson
Ella Hunt profile pictureElla HuntAlice Wilson
Sally Phillips profile pictureSally PhillipsDr Marie Henty
Ricky Tomlinson profile pictureRicky TomlinsonBert Wildgoose
Sheila Hancock profile pictureSheila HancockNan Wildgoose
Jo Brand profile pictureJo BrandSandra
Tony Way profile pictureTony WayWobbly Wildgoose
Tom Davis profile pictureTom DavisBig Head Wildgoose
Rod Glenn profile pictureRod GlennAmbulance Driver
Tony Blackburn profile pictureTony BlackburnTop of the Pops Presenter (voice)

About The More You Ignore Me

The More You Ignore Me Overview

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.

Runtime: 90min

Extra details

Original Title: The More You Ignore Me
Original Language: English
Directed By: Keith English
Production Companies
Genesius Pictures