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Oranges and Sunshine
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Oranges and Sunshine

2010 · 104 min Drama History
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

The story of Margaret Humphreys, a social worker from Nottingham, who uncovers one of the most significant social scandals in recent times – the forced migration of children from the United Kingdom to Australia and other Commonwealth countries. Almost singlehandedly, Margaret reunited thousands of families, brought authorities to account and worldwide attention to an extraordinary miscarriage of justice.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Jim Loach

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Emily Watson

Emily Watson

Margaret Humphreys

Aisling Loftus

Aisling Loftus

Susie

Hugo Weaving

Hugo Weaving

Jack

Lorraine Ashbourne

Lorraine Ashbourne

Nicky

David Wenham

David Wenham

Len

Tara Morice

Tara Morice

Pauline

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Stuart Wolfenden

Bill

Richard Dillane

Richard Dillane

Merv Humphreys

Molly Windsor

Molly Windsor

Rachel

Kate Rutter

Kate Rutter

Vera

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