Speak Like a Child
Speak Like a Child, the feature film debut of documentary director John Akomfrah, explores the intense friendship that evolves between three troubled teenagers growing up in an isolated children's home on the Northumbrian coast. The desolate beauty of the coastline is captured in stunning panoramas, while strong performances by the young cast help to create a lyrical and poignant drama.
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Speak Like a Child
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Sep 4, 1998
Runtime
1h 17m
Genres
Drama
User Score
40%
Original Title
Speak Like a Child
Production Companies
Leda Serene Films
Director
John Akomfrah
Description
Speak Like a Child, the feature film debut of documentary director John Akomfrah, explores the intense friendship that evolves between three troubled teenagers growing up in an isolated children's home on the Northumbrian coast. The desolate beauty of the coastline is captured in stunning panoramas, while strong performances by the young cast help to create a lyrical and poignant drama.
