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The Rule of Thumb

201219mGregor Johnstone

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Forty-something mummy’s boy Neil Barrow attempts to make his mum proud. Living out his fantasy the attempt leads to a disastrous stand-off at his local school.

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What is The Rule of Thumb (2012) about?

Forty-something mummy’s boy Neil Barrow attempts to make his mum proud. Living out his fantasy the attempt leads to a disastrous stand-off at his local school.

Who stars in The Rule of Thumb?

The Rule of Thumb stars Richard Dormer, Stella McCusker, Gary Lewis, Anthony Martin-Lucas, Angus MacInnes. The film was directed by Gregor Johnstone.

How long is The Rule of Thumb?

The Rule of Thumb has a runtime of 19 min and premiered in 2012.

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