My Ain Folk
Originally released in 1973. My Ain Folk is a drama film. directed by Bill Douglas. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stephen Archibald, Hughie Restorick, and Jean Taylor Smith
Synopsis
When Jamie's maternal grandmother dies, he and his brother Tommy are separated - Tommy is taken off to a welfare home and Jamie goes to live with his other grandmother and uncle. His life is far from happy, filled with silence, rejection and bouts of violence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Stephen Archibald
as Jamie
Hughie Restorick
as Tommy
Jean Taylor Smith
as Grandmother
Bernard McKenna
as Tommy's father
Mr. Munro
as Jamie's grandad
Paul Kermack
as Jamie's father
Helena Gloag
as Father's mother
Jessie Combe
as Father's wife
William Carroll
as Father's son
Anne McLeod
as Father's girlfriend
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BFI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Ain Folk about?
When Jamie's maternal grandmother dies, he and his brother Tommy are separated - Tommy is taken off to a welfare home and Jamie goes to live with his other grandmother and uncle. His life is far fr...
Who directed My Ain Folk?
My Ain Folk was directed by Bill Douglas.
How long is My Ain Folk?
My Ain Folk has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was My Ain Folk released?
My Ain Folk was released on December 1, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in My Ain Folk?
The main cast of My Ain Folk includes Stephen Archibald, Hughie Restorick, Jean Taylor Smith, Bernard McKenna, Mr. Munro.