(2005)Directed by Richard E. Grant120 min · RDrama

“Every family has its own language.”

Set at the end of the 1960s, as Swaziland is about to receive independence from United Kingdom, the film follows the young Ralph Compton, at 12, through his parents' traumatic separation, till he's 14.

Nicholas Houltas Ralph Compton - 14 years

Gabriel Byrneas Harry Compton

Emily Watsonas Ruby Compton

Julie Waltersas Gwen Traherne

Miranda Richardsonas Lauren Compton

Celia Imrieas Lady Riva Hardwick

Zac Foxas Ralph Compton - 11 years

Julian Wadhamas Charles Bingham

Fenella Woolgaras June Broughton

John Matshikizaas Dr. Zim Mzimba

SM Sid Mitchellas Vernon

John Carlisleas Sir Giffard Hardwick

Mathokoza Sibiyaas Dozen

Sindisiswe Nxumaloas Regina

Michael Richardas Tobias

Caroline Smartas Taj

Ian Robertsas John Traherne

Olivia Grantas Monica

Sibusiso Mambaas Father Ndlovu

Tony Hattonas Mr. Parker

Clare Marshallas Mrs. Malaga

Kim Borrellas Bunny

Angus Imrieas Boy in Crowd

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