John's Not Mad
Originally released in 1989. John's Not Mad is a documentary film. directed by Valerie Kaye. At just 28 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eleanor Bron, John Davidson, and Heather Davidson
Synopsis
John's Not Mad is a QED documentary made by the BBC in 1989. It was ranked, in a British public poll, as one of the 50 Greatest Documentaries. The film shadows John Davidson, a 15-year-old from Galashiels in Scotland, who had severe Tourette syndrome. John's life was explored in terms of his family and the close-knit community around him, and how they all coped with a misunderstood condition.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 14, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
0h 28m
28 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John's Not Mad about?
John's Not Mad is a QED documentary made by the BBC in 1989. It was ranked, in a British public poll, as one of the 50 Greatest Documentaries. The film shadows John Davidson, a 15-year-old from Gal...
Who directed John's Not Mad?
John's Not Mad was directed by Valerie Kaye.
How long is John's Not Mad?
John's Not Mad has a runtime of 0 hours and 28 minutes (28 minutes total).
When was John's Not Mad released?
John's Not Mad was released on March 14, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in John's Not Mad?
The main cast of John's Not Mad includes Eleanor Bron, John Davidson, Heather Davidson, Oliver Sacks.