Gypo_(film)

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Gypo (film)

2005 film by Jan Dunn

Gypo /ˈdʒɪpoʊ/ is a 2005 independent film written and directed by Jan Dunn. Its story details the breakdown of a family in a small town in Britain, told in three narratives. Within a structured screenplay the dialogue throughout was improvised.

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Although the movement was dissolved in 2005, the filmmakers continued to develop independent and experimental films using or influenced the concept, which being the first film made in the post-Dogme 95 movement.

Plot summary

The film is shown through the eyes of the three main characters; Paul and Helen, a married couple, and Tasha, a teenage refugee. It shows how the family falls apart under the strain of unexpected emotions.[1]

Production

The production filmed entirely in Thanet in Kent at a variety of locations including East Kent College, Kingsgate Bay, Margate, Pegwell Bay, Port of Ramsgate, Ramsgate, Royal Harbour Hotel and the Wig & Pen pub.[2]

Cast

Awards

Plus two other nominations and Special Mention at Torino International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

References

  1. [1]
    plot summary at IMDb
  2. [2]
    Kent Film Office (4 February 2006). "Kent Film Office Gypo Article".


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