Overview

The story of Margaret Humphreys, a social worker from Nottingham, who uncovers one of the most significant social scandals in recent times – the forced migration of children from the United Kingdom to Australia and other Commonwealth countries. Almost singlehandedly, Margaret reunited thousands of families, brought authorities to account and worldwide attention to an extraordinary miscarriage of justice.

Cast

Emily Watson, Aisling Loftus, Hugo Weaving, Lorraine Ashbourne, David Wenham, Tara Morice, Stuart Wolfenden, Richard Dillane

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What is "Oranges and Sunshine" about?

The story of Margaret Humphreys, a social worker from Nottingham, who uncovers one of the most significant social scandals in recent times – the forced migration of children from the United Kingdom to Australia and other Commonwealth countries. Almost singlehandedly, Margaret reunited thousands of families, brought authorities to account and worldwide attention to an extraordinary miscarriage of justice.

When was "Oranges and Sunshine" released?

Oranges and Sunshine was released in 2010.

Who stars in "Oranges and Sunshine"?

The cast includes Emily Watson, Aisling Loftus, Hugo Weaving, Lorraine Ashbourne.