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Speak Like a Child

4.2(4)19981h 17m2

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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Released
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Language
English
  • friendship
  • bisexuality
  • coming of age

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United Kingdom

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Release dates

  • ItalyIT

    • Theatrical4 Sept 1998

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Speak Like a Child was released on 4 September 1998.

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