My Childhood
Originally released in 1972. My Childhood is a drama film. directed by Bill Douglas. At just 47 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stephen Archibald, Hughie Restorick, and Jean Taylor Smith
Synopsis
The first part of Bill Douglas' influential trilogy harks back to his impoverished upbringing in early-'40s Scotland. Cinema was his only escape - he paid for it with the money he made from returning empty jam jars - and this escape is reflected most closely at this time of his life as an eight-year-old living on the breadline with his half-brother and sick grandmother in a poor mining village.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 5, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
0h 47m
47 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (51 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BFI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Childhood about?
The first part of Bill Douglas' influential trilogy harks back to his impoverished upbringing in early-'40s Scotland. Cinema was his only escape - he paid for it with the money he made from returni...
Who directed My Childhood?
My Childhood was directed by Bill Douglas.
How long is My Childhood?
My Childhood has a runtime of 0 hours and 47 minutes (47 minutes total).
When was My Childhood released?
My Childhood was released on June 5, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Childhood?
The main cast of My Childhood includes Stephen Archibald, Hughie Restorick, Jean Taylor Smith, Karl Fieseler, Bernard McKenna.