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Synopsis
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.
Title | Speak Like a Child |
Companies | Leda Serene Films |
Countries | United Kingdom |
Keywords | friendship, bisexuality, coming of age |

Cal MacAninch
Billy
Rachel Fielding
Ruby
Fraser Ayres
Sammy (Age 14)Alison Mac
Ruby (Age 14)Carla Henry
DorothyGavin Green
BernieEmma Armitage
KatyTim Bird
DavidDawn Fletcher
BettyAdam Moran
Freddy BanesAdam Pearson
Bobby BanesTracy Emmerton
SallyKatie Clibbon
Sarah
Serena Gordon
Matron
Janine Birkett
Sammy's Mother
Helen Lederer
Ms FeggetterShelley O'Brien
Mad MaryWilliam Ulstein
1st Schoolboy (as William Ullstein)Simon Humphrey
2nd Schoolboy
Shirley Henderson
Woman in Dream (uncredited)
Ian Reddington
Master
Daniel Newman
Billy (Age 14)