Project Detail

The Ballad of Vicki and Jake

Name: The Ballad of Vicki and Jake
Director: Ian Thomas Ash
Released: 2006
Duration: 100 mins

Ken Kwek

Synopsis

A feature documentary in which Vicki, a single mother struggling with addiction, and her young son move from a homeless shelter into a council house, which brings different problems. The story shifts to the relationship between Vicki and the film-maker, neither of whom will give up their quest for a happy ending without a fight.

Details

Year: 2006
Type of project: Features
Running time: 100 mins
Format: DV
Director: Ian Thomas Ash
Producer: Michael Croucher
Co-Producer: Michael Croucher
Editor: Lizzie Minnion
Director of Photography: Ken Kwek
Composer: Jonah

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

ianthomasash@hotmail.com

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