

16 Years of Alcohol
2003-05-17 · 102 min · ★ 5.6
16 Years of Alcohol is a 2003 drama film written and directed by Richard Jobson, based on his 1987 novel. The film is Jobson's first directorial effort, following a career as a television presenter on BSkyB and VH-1, and as the vocalist for the 1970s punk rock band The Skids.
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- Directors
- Richard Jobson
- Production companies
- Tartan Works Ltd.
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Kevin McKiddFrankie
Laura FraserHelen
Susan LynchMary
Michael MorelandBudgie
Iain De CaesteckerFrankie - Boy
Lewis MacleodFrankie's Father
Ewen BremnerJake
Allison McKenzieDad's Lover
Jim CarterDirector
Gerald Lepkowski
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