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Cast
Kevin McKidd
as Elliot
Amelia Curtis
as Dallas aka Jane
John Simm
as Oz/2nd Party Stonehead
Louisa Milwood-Haigh
as Popeye aka Katie
Carl Proctor
as Maitre'd
Simon Bateso
as Malcolm
Chris Bisson
as Off Licence Storekeeper
Cristian Solimeno
as Record Shop Assistant
Natasha Byrne
as Carol
Stephen Hackett
as Carol's Boyfriend
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1998
Runtime1h 38m
LanguageEnglish
Certification15
GenresDrama, Comedy, Romance
Votes6
DirectorCaleb Lindsay
WritersCaleb Lindsay
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsUnderstanding Jane
About Understanding Jane
In desperation Elliot and Oz decide to reply to a telephone dating ad to kickstart their non-existent love lives. Their Prayers are answered when two gorgeous girls agree to meet them on a blind date. Whilst fanning the flames of passion the two boys find themselves playing with fire! A fun filled roller coaster ride begins as the boys get more than they bargained for in their search for love.
Directed by Caleb Lindsay, Understanding Jane leans on a strong ensemble — Kevin McKidd, Amelia Curtis, John Simm — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1998.
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