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How to Stop a Recurring Dream

  • 2020
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 22m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
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Ruby Barker in How to Stop a Recurring Dream (2020)
Drama

After Mum and Dad announce an imminent, split custody separation, Yakira--the oldest daughter in a broken family - kidnaps her estranged younger sister and takes to the road, in an attempt t... Read allAfter Mum and Dad announce an imminent, split custody separation, Yakira--the oldest daughter in a broken family - kidnaps her estranged younger sister and takes to the road, in an attempt to reconnect before they part.After Mum and Dad announce an imminent, split custody separation, Yakira--the oldest daughter in a broken family - kidnaps her estranged younger sister and takes to the road, in an attempt to reconnect before they part.

  • Director
    • Ed Morris
  • Writer
    • Ed Morris
  • Stars
    • Ruby Barker
    • Lily-Rose Aslandogdu
    • Jamie Michie
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    116
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ed Morris
    • Writer
      • Ed Morris
    • Stars
      • Ruby Barker
      • Lily-Rose Aslandogdu
      • Jamie Michie
    • 4User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 4 wins total

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    Ruby Barker
    • Yakira
    Lily-Rose Aslandogdu
    • Kelly
    Jamie Michie
    Jamie Michie
    • Paul
    Miranda Nolan
    Miranda Nolan
    • Michelle
    Andre Flynn
    Andre Flynn
    • Chin
    David Bromley
    David Bromley
    • Marlin
    Bartley Burke
    • Officer Simon
    Lee Byford
    Lee Byford
    • Police Officer
    Philip Desmeules
    Philip Desmeules
    • Officer Coleman
    Kurt Erickson
    • American Rambler
    Kurt Erickson
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    Adam Hugill
    Adam Hugill
    • Kayden
    Jack Pierce
    Jack Pierce
    • Officer John
    Ian Porter
    Ian Porter
    • Rambler
    Janet Walker
    • PC Chilvers
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    Pippa Winslow
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    10krobertson-24450

    A gripping, relatable thriller filled with emotion

    I thoroughly enjoyed this thriller as it had me in suspense and in an emotional rollercoaster all the way through. I particularly enjoyed yakira's personality and felt actress ruby barker played the character to a high standard giving such a realistic perception of the troubles and hardships that bereaved family members go through
    8constantin-andronic-270-622019

    emotional reality

    A familly situation that involves kids reaction!!!

    I loved how the storry developed and the play!

    Also the directoring is amazing.
    9rosienelson-44438

    A thrilling and developing story

    When family dynamics are fragile at the best of times, this story really highlights how strong a family really is. Stunning acting performances by all included.
    6ListenToChris

    Well worth watching

    I enjoyed this drama about a family on the edge of breakup trying to find a way through their troubles. The acting is mostly good and there are some strong scenes that make it well worth watching.

    The thing that seemed a bit unecessary was the recurring dream motif that was rather superfluous.

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    • Release date
      • March 9, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Epsom, Surrey, England, UK
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