Wah-Wah
“Every family has its own language.”
Synopsis
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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UK Re-Release TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-28
Top Cast
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Nicholas Hoult
Ralph Compton - 14 years
Gabriel Byrne
Harry Compton
Emily Watson
Ruby Compton
Julie Walters
Gwen Traherne
Miranda Richardson
Lauren Compton
Celia Imrie
Lady Riva Hardwick
Zac Fox
Ralph Compton - 11 years
Julian Wadham
Charles Bingham
Fenella Woolgar
June Broughton
John Matshikiza
Dr. Zim Mzimba
Sid Mitchell
Vernon
John Carlisle
Sir Giffard Hardwick
Mathokoza Sibiya
Dozen
Sindisiswe Nxumalo
Regina
Michael Richard
Tobias
Caroline Smart
Taj
Ian Roberts
John Traherne
Olivia Grant
Monica
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 12, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 17, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard E. Grant
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard E. Grant
- Original Score
- Patrick Doyle
- Original Title
- Wah-Wah
- Country of Origin
- Swaziland, France, South Africa, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Reeleyes Film, Wah Film Productions Ltd., Scion Films, Loma Nasha
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard E. Grant
Richard E. Grant
Patrick Doyle
Pierre Aïm
Isabelle Dedieu
Jeff Abberley, Pierre Kubel, Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar, Julia Blackman, Chris Curling
Department Leadership Roster
Richard E. Grant
Director
Richard E. Grant
Screenplay
Jeff Abberley
Producer
Pierre Kubel
Producer
Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar
Producer
Chris Curling
Producer
Pierre Aïm
Director of Photography
Isabelle Dedieu
Editor
Gary Williamson
Production Design
Sheena Napier
Costume Design
Patrick Doyle
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wah-Wah
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Wah-Wah about?
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.
Who directed Wah-Wah?
Wah-Wah was directed by Richard E. Grant.
Who stars in Wah-Wah?
The principal cast of Wah-Wah includes Nicholas Hoult, Gabriel Byrne, Emily Watson, Julie Walters, Miranda Richardson.
When was Wah-Wah released and how long is it?
Wah-Wah was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Wah-Wah?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Wah-Wah was composed by Patrick Doyle.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wah-Wah?
Wah-Wah holds official age classifications: CA: R; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).