Shirley Adams
"The story of a woman who loses her family to violence and poverty, but gains her own sense of self worth."
Originally released in 2009. Shirley Adams is a drama film. directed by Oliver Hermanus.
Starring Denise Newman, Keenan Arrison, and Emily Child
Synopsis
Shirley Adams spends her days caring for her disabled son, Donovan - he was shot in the back of the neck on his way home from school one afternoon over a year ago. Since then the Adams family has lost all their worldly possessions to medical bills. Shirley has no money, no job and no husband - he left. The shooter is one of Donovan's childhood friends. Her reaction to the betrayal is so overwhelming that she chooses not to tell Donovan in fear of further damaging his already unstable emotional state. Determined to make a change in their lives, Shirley actively decides to embrace their new circumstances, hoping that Donovan will follow her example.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 26, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
South Africa
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley Adams about?
Shirley Adams spends her days caring for her disabled son, Donovan - he was shot in the back of the neck on his way home from school one afternoon over a year ago. Since then the Adams family has l...
Who directed Shirley Adams?
Shirley Adams was directed by Oliver Hermanus.
How long is Shirley Adams?
Shirley Adams has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Shirley Adams released?
Shirley Adams was released on October 26, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shirley Adams?
The main cast of Shirley Adams includes Denise Newman, Keenan Arrison, Emily Child, Theresa Sedras, Gamiet Petersen.