Son of Rambow

Year:

2008

Duration:

96 min

Genres:

Action | Adventure | Comedy | Drama | Family

IMDB rate:

7.1

Director:

Garth Jennings

Awards:

3 wins & 7 nominations

Details

Country: France

Release Date: 2008-04-04

Filming Locations: Ashlyns School, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England, UK

Earnings

Opening Weekend: $53,789 (USA) (4 May 2008)

Gross: $1,784,769 (USA) (10 August 2008)

Cast

Actor

Character

Asa Butterfield

Neil Dudgeon

Joshua

Bill Milner

Will Proudfoot

Jessica Hynes

Mary Proudfoot

Anna Wing

Grandma

Will Poulter

Lee Carter

Tallulah Evans

Jess Proudfoot

Emilie Chesnais

French Teacher (as Emile Chesnais)

Paul Ritter

Geography Teacher

Finola McMahon

Gail Graham

Rachel Mureatroyd

Marie Plante

Taylor Richardson

David Smart

Peter Robinson

Lucas Dupont

Charlie Thrift

Duncan Miller

Jules Sitruk

Didier Revol

Sam Kubrick-Finney

Danny

James Clarke

Shaun

Zofia Brooks

Tina

Denise Orita

Orderly

Eric Sykes

Frank

Ed Westwick

Lawrence Carter

Lee Long

Lawrence's Henchman

Adam Paul Harvey

Lawrence's Henchman

Atila Emirali

Rambo Double

Dave Shaw

Cobbler

Adam Godley

Brethren Leader

Adam Buxton

Science Teacher

Edgar Wright

Metal Work Teacher

Imogen Aboud

Young Mary

Louise Jennings

Nurse

Sam Spivack

Policeman

Robert Styles

Medic

Clive Elkington

Boy in Disco (uncredited)

Natalie Hallam

Mary's Mother Flashback (uncredited)

Fran Healy

Teacher in Staff Common Room (uncredited)

Jan Pinkava

Himself (archive footage) (uncredited)

Did you know?

Trivia

Director Garth Jennings says that the round yellow sticker on the back seat of the bicycle Will Proudfoot rides to take Lee Carter home from school was used by the studio Props Department to designate that this prop was reserved for a shoot, but the film crew had neglected to remove it.

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Between his audition and the start of the shoot, James Clarke's hair was cut off, which was a surprise to the production (11:00 in the DVD commentary). Rather than having him wear a wig, it was decided that his character, "Shaun", could be shorn.

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While the credits are rolling at 91:45 on the DVD commentary, Bill Milner says "My Mum's in there ... for "Underwater Costume Stand By" (referring to Deb Milner listed at 93:36), to which producer Nick Goldsmith responds "That's 'cuz I did the credits." There are no credits for the credits in the credits.

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Goofs

Siouxsie And The Banshees' "Peek-A-Boo", which was released in 1988, plays at a school party.

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Despite a clear lack of wind, the kite stays in the air during the "Flying Dog" scene.

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The ambulance that brings Lee Carter to the movie theatre has a Road Tax disc, valid for 1 year, that expires in February 2008, and an E registration number plate (license plate) from 1987-88. Many modern cars are in the background, including a 1990's Renault Laguna and a 2001 Vauxhall Combo van.

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Quotes

Lee Carter: I don't care what you and your so-called mates say about me, but don't you ever, ever call my brother a scab! You know, at least he's there for me! At least he cares about me, which is more than I can say for you, blood brother. You're a two-faced fake like the rest of them and I'm gutted it took me this long to work it out. I'm gutted I fell for it, Will. Lawrence is better than all of you and all that lot put together and he's all I've got, alright? He's all I've got.

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Will: O my God, I've come to say thank you for your love today. Thank you for my family and all the friends you give to me. Guard me in the dark of night, and in the morning, send your light. Amen.

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Will: Good morning, Lee Carter. I'm here to help you!

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Faq

Q

Is it necessary to have seen "Rambo: First Blood" in order to understand "Son of Rambow"?

A

No. Son of Rambow isn't about Rambo; rather, it's about boys who are inspired to make their own video after having seen First Blood .

Q

Any recommendations for other movies similar to Son of Rambow?

A

Several people have noted that Son of Rambow reminds them of Stephen King's Stand by Me (1986) in the way that it provides a nostalgic look at the comradery, the coming of age, the bittersweet vulnerability, and the fantastic humor of childhood. Nuovo Cinema Paradiso (1988) has similiar themes. If you are looking for a similar British style then try Millions (2004).

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A Note Regarding Spoilers

A

The following FAQ entries may contain spoilers. Only the biggest ones (if any) will be covered with spoiler tags. Spoiler tags are used sparingly in order to make the page more readable.

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