We have the first look at BBC's adaptation of the best-selling KitdeWaal novel, My Name Is Leon.
boy, who is separated from his baby brother and embarks on a journey to reunite his family after being taken into care.
With some first-look imagery and further details being released, read on for what we know so far about this upcoming watch.be about? Based on Kit de Waal’s 2016 novel of the same name, the synopsis of the film seems to be in line with the plotline of the book itself.“Set in 1980s Birmingham, this feature film tells the uplifting and incredibly moving story of nine year-old Leon, a mixed-race boy, and his quest to reunite his family after being taken into care and separated from his blond and blue-eyed baby brother.
“Set against the backdrop of the race riots in the 1980s, this tender and inspiring tale balances gritty realism with charm and gentle humour, exploring the issues of identity and belonging with both urgency and wit.”You may also likeThe lead role of Leon will be played by young Cole Martin in his first ever TV role. Aside from this debut actor, many viewers will likely recognise many of the other faces featuring in this film.
Confirmed and joining the cast will be Sir Lenny Henry CBE who is also an executive producer of the film. Malachi Kirby (
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