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Nil by Mouth

R19972h 8mGary Oldman

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The family of Raymond, his wife Val and her brother Billy live in working-class London district. Also in their family is Val and Billy's mother Janet and grandmother Kath. Billy is a drug addict and Raymond kicks him out of the house, making him live on his own. Raymond is generally a rough and even violent person, and that leads to problems in the life of the family.

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London, EnglandHeroinViolent HusbandAddictionDysfunctional FamilyAlcoholismDomestic ViolenceWorking ClassDrugsMental Illness

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What is Nil by Mouth (1997) about?

The family of Raymond, his wife Val and her brother Billy live in working-class London district. Also in their family is Val and Billy's mother Janet and grandmother Kath. Billy is a drug addict and Raymond kicks him out of the house, making him live on his own. Raymond is generally a rough and even violent person, and that leads to problems in the life of the family.

Who stars in Nil by Mouth?

Nil by Mouth stars Ray Winstone (Ray), Kathy Burke (Valerie), Charlie Creed-Miles (Billy), Laila Morse (Janet), Edna Doré (Kath). The film was directed by Gary Oldman.

How long is Nil by Mouth?

Nil by Mouth has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1997. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Nil by Mouth?

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