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Wah-Wah (2005)
Director: Richard E. Grant
Cast: Nicholas Hoult, Gabriel Byrne, Emily Watson, Julie Walters
6.7
54%Runtime120 min
Rating15
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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.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Wah-Wah (2005), directed by Richard E. Grant, received a mixed critical reception, with a 54% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film's public reception has been moderately positive, earning a 6.7/10 rating on IMDb, indicating that while it may not have been a major critical success, it has found an appreciative audience among viewers.
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Directed by acclaimed actor Richard E. Grant in 2005, Wah-Wah is a poignant coming-of-age drama that offers a unique and insightful glimpse into the tumultuous final years of colonial rule in Swaziland, as seen through the eyes of a young boy played by Nicholas Hoult. This emotionally resonant film features strong performances from its ensemble cast, including Emily Watson and Gabriel Byrne, and provides a thoughtful exploration of themes like identity, family, and the complex legacy of colonialism.
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Wah-Wah is a 2005 comedy-drama film written and directed by Richard E. Grant in his directorial debut. Loosely based on his childhood in Swaziland, it stars Nicholas Hoult, Gabriel Byrne, Emily Watson, Miranda Richardson and Julie Walters.
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