

The Golden Boy
Overview
A family drama, about a non-verbal autistic six-year-old boy who with the help of his older sister, proves that his high support needs can’t stop his potential.
Top Cast

Gabrielle Oke
Lizzy
Taylor-Jai Horsley
Michael
Tia May Watts
Temi
Chloe Okora
Mum
Isabella Leung
Miss Foster

Lace Akpojaro
Pastor Victor

Alice Eloise Ling
Child in Assembly
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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