Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director John Akomfrah
Writers Danny Padmore
Studio Leda Serene Films
Rating 3.0/10
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Cal MacAninch

Cal MacAninch

Billy

Rachel Fielding

Rachel Fielding

Ruby

Fraser Ayres

Fraser Ayres

Sammy (Age 14)

Alison Mac

Ruby (Age 14)

Carla Henry

Dorothy

Gavin Green

Bernie

Emma Armitage

Katy

Tim Bird

David

Dawn Fletcher

Betty

Adam Moran

Freddy Banes

Adam Pearson

Bobby Banes

Tracy Emmerton

Sally

Frequently Asked Questions

Speak Like a Child was released on September 4, 1998.

The runtime of Speak Like a Child is 1h 17m.

Speak Like a Child is a Drama movie.

Speak Like a Child has a rating of 3.0 out of 10 on TMDB.

Speak Like a Child is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Speak Like a Child was directed by John Akomfrah.

The main cast of Speak Like a Child includes Cal MacAninch, Rachel Fielding, Fraser Ayres.

Speak Like a Child is originally in English.