Oranges and Sunshine (2010)

Set in 1980s Nottingham, social worker Margaret Humphreys holds the British government accountable for child migration schemes and reunite the children involved -- now adults living mostly in Australia -- with their parents in Britain.

Director:

Jim Loach

Writers:

Rona Munro, Margaret Humphreys (book)

Stars:

Emily Watson, Aisling Loftus, Stuart Wolfenden

7 wins & 17 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Emily Watson	...	Margaret Humphreys
Aisling Loftus	...	Susie
Stuart Wolfenden	...	Bill
Lorraine Ashbourne	...	Nicky
Federay Holmes	...	Charlotte
Richard Dillane	...	Merv
Molly Windsor	...	Rachel
Harvey Scrimshaw	...	Ben
Tammy Wakefield	...	Susan
Alastair Cumming	...	Australia House Official (as Alastair Cummings)
Kate Rutter	...	Vera
Hugo Weaving	...	Jack
Marg Downey	...	Miss Hutchison
Geoff Revell	...	Syd
Chrissie Page	...	Betty

Storyline

Set in 1980s Nottingham, social worker Margaret Humphreys holds the British government accountable for child migration schemes and reunite the children involved -- now adults living mostly in Australia -- with their parents in Britain.

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Plot Keywords:

australia | 1980s | social worker | british government | children | 

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Taglines:

A Tragedy That Spanned Decades - A Love That Crossed Continents - A Triumph That Changed Two Nations

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Genres:

Drama | History

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for some strong language

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site [Japan]

Country:

UK Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

1 April 2011 (UK)

Also Known As:

Laranjas e Sol

Filming Locations:

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Box Office

Budget:

$4,500,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Screen Australia, Little Gaddesden Productions, Fulcrum Media Finance

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Featured in Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #2.16 (2011)

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Soundtracks

"Love in the City"
Composer J. Stpkes
Publisher/Label KPM Music

User Reviews

Amazing film that must be seen. Truly a "jaw-dropper"!

I saw this truly extraordinary film last night ... and know now that it will be with me for a long time to come. The story is totally compelling and the acting is superb! Emily Watson is always a wonder to watch and she does some of her finest work here -- perhaps her best performance ever. The supporting players are, without exception, highly gifted and each finds his or her character to the point where you feel, at times, that you are watching a documentary, so fine are their portrayals. Based on the true experiences of social worker Margaret Humphreys (that will leave you with your mouth agape often)and with a beautifully written script that moves briskly ... and, at many turns, into frightening territory, with terrific direction, this is a must-see! Put it on your list! If there is any justice, this one will figure when the awards are handed out!