Dummy (1977)
Documentary drama based on a true story, highlighting the difficulties faced by a young deaf woman, Sandra, whose attempts to use sign language are prevented in a time when deaf people were encouraged to lip read and speak. Unable to communicate adequately, Sandra becomes a target for abusive men.
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Geraldine JamesSandraLara Crooks2 year old SandraSean GlennAnthonyManda Naylor6 year old SandraJanet Sugden12 year old SandraWenda BrownJoan
Keith Buckley
Mark DrewryIanMichael HoltPatricia MarksMotherLiz McKenzieAuntie Amie
Michael O'HaganMovie DNA
Genre affinityDrama · Tv MovieDialogue densityDramaPacingShortDirector preference328140Actor preference43418 · 1183074 · 543520Country preferenceGb
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What is Dummy about?
Documentary drama based on a true story, highlighting the difficulties faced by a young deaf woman, Sandra, whose attempts to use sign language are prevented in a time when deaf people were encouraged to lip read and speak. Unable to communicate adequately, Sandra becomes a target for abusive men.
How long is Dummy?
Dummy has a runtime of 79 minutes.