Overview
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.
Cast
- Nicholas Hoult as Ralph Compton - 14 years
- Gabriel Byrne as Harry Compton
- Emily Watson as Ruby Compton
- Julie Walters as Gwen Traherne
- Miranda Richardson as Lauren Compton
- Celia Imrie as Lady Riva Hardwick
- Zac Fox as Ralph Compton - 11 years
- Julian Wadham as Charles Bingham
- Fenella Woolgar as June Broughton
- John Matshikiza as Dr. Zim Mzimba