Dummy

Overview

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.

Cast

Geraldine James

Sandra

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Lara Crooks

2 year old Sandra

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Manda Naylor

6 year old Sandra

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Janet Sugden

12 year old Sandra

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Patricia Marks

Mother

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Wenda Brown

Joan

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Liz McKenzie

Auntie Amie

Mark Drewry

Ian

Keith Buckley

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Michael Holt

Michael O'Hagan

Linda Beckett