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Fiela's Child

1988 · 105 min · Director: Katinka Heyns

Fiela's Child (1988) is a family drama, directed by Katinka Heyns. It stars Shaleen Surtie-Richards and André Rossouw. The 105-minute film holds an audience score of 8/10.

Cast
Shaleen Surtie-Richards Shaleen Surtie-Richards A André Rossouw Lida Botha Lida Botha Dawid Minnaar Dawid Minnaar J Jan Ellis M Marchelle Verwey

What Fiela's Child Is About

The acclaimed drama based on Dalene Matthee´s award-winning novel. "Fiela se Kind" (Fiela's Child) is the story of a white foundling boy that is raised by a brown family. But the childs life changes irrevocably when white census officials discover him living across the established borders of society, and he is removed from his foster parents. "This is the moving story about a close family being torn apart by the social convictions of the day. It is the story of a mother´s enduring love and hope to see her taken son again. Fiela is a down to earth woman farmer who does not let anyone step on her. She raised a white castaway child, Benjamin, and teaches him the simple things in life."

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What is Fiela's Child about?

The acclaimed drama based on Dalene Matthee´s award-winning novel. "Fiela se Kind" (Fiela's Child) is the story of a white foundling boy that is raised by a brown family.

Where can I watch Fiela's Child?

Fiela's Child is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Fiela's Child?

Fiela's Child runs for 105 minutes (1h 45m).

When did Fiela's Child come out?

Fiela's Child was released in 1988.

Who directed Fiela's Child?

Fiela's Child was directed by Katinka Heyns.

Who stars in Fiela's Child?

Fiela's Child stars Shaleen Surtie-Richards, André Rossouw, Lida Botha, Dawid Minnaar.

What is Fiela's Child's rating?

Fiela's Child holds 7.5/10 on IMDb and 8.0/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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