The Illustrated Mum

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The Illustrated Mum

2003

1h 45m

8.0(3 votes)

TV Movie

Drama

Family

Comedy

Overview

Two sisters cope with the unpredictable behaviour of their depressed, alcoholic mother. Based on the novel by Jacqueline Wilson.

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17 members

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Michelle Collins

Marigold Westward

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Con O'Neill

Micky

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Holliday Grainger

Star Westward

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Alice Connor

Dolphin Westward

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Luke Bailey

Mark

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Sacha Parkinson

Tasha

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Henry Cox

Oliver Morris

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John Elkington

Mr Harrison

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Ryan Bruce

Ronnie

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Sophie Grainger

Star's School Friend

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Chelsea Corrigan

Yvonne

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Costume & Make-Up

Lisa George

Miss Hill

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Charlotte Graham

Kayleigh

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Pauline Jefferson

Mrs Luft

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Bruce McGregor

Michael

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Dave Southall

Steve

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Helen Spence

Tasha's Mum

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