The Illustrated Mum
Synopsis
Two sisters cope with the unpredictable behaviour of their depressed, alcoholic mother. Based on the novel by Jacqueline Wilson.
Top Cast
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Michelle Collins
Marigold Westward
Con O'Neill
Micky
Holliday Grainger
Star Westward
Alice Connor
Dolphin Westward
Luke Bailey
Mark
Sacha Parkinson
Tasha
Henry Cox
Oliver Morris
John Elkington
Mr Harrison
Ryan Bruce
Ronnie
Sophie Grainger
Star's School Friend
Chelsea Corrigan
Yvonne
Lisa George
Miss Hill
Charlotte Graham
Kayleigh
Pauline Jefferson
Mrs Luft
Bruce McGregor
Michael
Dave Southall
Steve
Helen Spence
Tasha's Mum
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cilla Ware
- Screenplay & Story
- Debbie Isitt
- Original Score
- Nick Harvey
- Original Title
- The Illustrated Mum
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Channel 4 Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cilla Ware
Debbie Isitt
Nick Harvey
David Marsh
Department Leadership Roster
Cilla Ware
Director
Debbie Isitt
Writer
Nick Harvey
Original Music Composer
David Marsh
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Illustrated Mum.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Illustrated Mum
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What is The Illustrated Mum about?
Two sisters cope with the unpredictable behaviour of their depressed, alcoholic mother. Based on the novel by Jacqueline Wilson.
Who directed The Illustrated Mum?
The Illustrated Mum was directed by Cilla Ware.
Who stars in The Illustrated Mum?
The principal cast of The Illustrated Mum includes Michelle Collins, Con O'Neill, Holliday Grainger, Alice Connor, Luke Bailey.
When was The Illustrated Mum released and how long is it?
The Illustrated Mum was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Illustrated Mum?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Illustrated Mum was composed by Nick Harvey.