Dummy

This coming of age drama follows two young brothers struggling to survive on their own after the sudden death of their mother. While the older brother, Danny, attempts to escape his pain through drugs, music, and sex, his younger brother, Jack, copes by treating a life-sized mannequin as a replacement parent. This fixation creates a mix of humorous situations and deep hostility as the siblings navigate their shared grief and anger.

The film was directed by Matthew Thompson, marking his second project following Prehistoric Park. The screenplay was written by Michael Müller. The lead roles are played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Thomas Grant, with supporting performances from Emma Catherwood, Therese Bradley, and Moira Brooker. Produced in the United Kingdom, the movie has a runtime of 94 minutes.

Since its release in 2009, the film has received a moderate reception from viewers. It holds a rating of 6.7/10 on IMDb based on 370 votes, while on TMDB it has a score of 6.3/10 from 16 votes.