Days of the Bagnold Summer (2019)
Coming Out at June 8, 2020 on digital and February 18, 2021 in theaters.
Comedy
Days of the Bagnold Summer is comedy film directed by Simon Bird, and written by Lisa Owens and Joff Winterhart. The film stars Monica Dolan, Earl Cave, Rob Brydon, Elliot Speller-Gillott, Tamsin Greig, Alice Lowe and Ony Uhiara. It primiered at August 14, 2019 on Locarno Film Festival.
Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, Days of the Bagnold Summer is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad’s new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together. An epic war of wills ensues in their suburban home as Daniel just wants to listen to heavy metal and start a band while his mom hopes to rekindle the fun times they used to have together. Featuring original songs by Belle and Sebastian.
Director: Simon Bird
Writers: Lisa Owens, Joff Winterhart (graphic novel)
Stars: Monica Dolan, Earl Cave, Rob Brydon, Elliot Speller-Gillott, Tamsin Greig, Alice Lowe, Ony Uhiara
►Cast
Monica Dolan | ► | Sue Bagnold |
Earl Cave | ► | Daniel |
Rob Brydon | ► | Douglas Porter |
Elliot Speller-Gillott | ► | Ky |
Tamsin Greig | ► | Astrid |
Alice Lowe | ► | Carol |
Ony Uhiara | ► | Esther |
Paul Bradley | ► | Teen Server |
Grace Hogg-Robinson | ► | Katie |
Nathanael Saleh | ► | Alex |
George Wilkins | ► | Jake |
Alfie Todd | ► | George |
Gurlaine Kaur Garcha | ► | Receptionist |
Sophie Steer | ► | Waitress |
Lesley Harcourt | ► | Nancy |
Indeyarna Donaldson-Holness | ► | Sophie |
Paul Michael Bradley | ► | Burger Guy |
Tim Key | ► | Dale |
Rodrig Andrisan | ► | Man Crazy about Fudge |
Alex Ashman | ► | Teen Server |
Olivia Buckland | ► | Diner Girl |
Alan Cassidy | ► | (archive footage) |
Tobias Cordes | ► | Teen Server |
Patrick Doran | ► | Partygoer |
George Mizen | ► | Wedding Guest |
David Sullivan | ► | Wedding Guest |
Stuart Whelan | ► | Diner |
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