Gypo (film)

Gypo 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.

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.

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.

Cast

 * Pauline McLynn as Helen
 * Paul McGann as Paul
 * Chloe Sirene as Tasha
 * Rula Lenska as Irina
 * Tamzin Dunstone as Kelly
 * Tom Stuart as Darren
 * Barry Latchford as Jimmy
 * Olegar Fedoro as Tasha's Father
 * Freddie Connor as Tasha's Husband
 * Josef Altin as Michael
 * Ashley McGuire as Penny

Awards

 * British Independent Film Awards Best Achievement in Production
 * San Francisco Gay and Lesbian Film Festival Best First Feature

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