In My Country (2005)

Theatrical Performance
Domestic Box Office $163,536Details
Further financial details...

Metrics

Opening Weekend:$22,383 (13.7% of total gross)
Legs:7.31 (domestic box office/biggest weekend)
Domestic Share:100.0% (domestic box office/worldwide)
Theater counts:9 opening theaters/15 max. theaters, 9.5 weeks average run per theater
Infl. Adj. Dom. BO $275,019

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Movie Details

Domestic Releases: March 11th, 2005 (Limited) by Sony Pictures Classics
Video Release: July 5th, 2005 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
MPAA Rating: R for language, including descriptions of atrocities, and for a scene of violence
Running Time: 105 minutes
Comparisons: vs. Tsotsi
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Source:Based on Fiction Book/Short Story
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Production/Financing Companies: Chartoff Productions, Inc., Phoenix Pictures, Merlin Films
Production Countries: South Africa, United States
Languages: English

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Domestic Cumulative Box Office Records

Weekend Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Mar 11, 2005 66 $22,383   9 $2,487   $22,383 1
Mar 18, 2005 70 $20,087 -10% 15 $1,339   $51,529 2
Mar 25, 2005 88 $8,348 -58% 10 $835   $69,830 3
Apr 1, 2005 64 $18,299 +119% 15 $1,220   $91,549 4
Apr 8, 2005 74 $10,573 -42% 13 $813   $110,045 5
Apr 15, 2005 88 $8,499 -20% 13 $654   $124,456 6
Apr 22, 2005 97 $4,896 -42% 13 $377   $133,594 7
Apr 29, 2005 94 $3,890 -21% 11 $354   $140,418 8
May 6, 2005 106 $2,036 -48% 5 $407   $144,015 9
May 13, 2005 104 $2,266 +11% 10 $227   $147,760 10
May 20, 2005 86 $4,113 +82% 11 $374   $153,139 11
May 27, 2005 110 $1,145 -72% 5 $229   $154,579 12
Jun 3, 2005 84 $3,610 +215% 4 $903   $159,164 13
Jun 10, 2005 115 $1,373 -62% 6 $229   $162,302 14
Jun 17, 2005 113 $827 -40% 2 $414   $163,536 15

Daily Box Office Performance

DateRankGross%YD%LWTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossDays
May 30, 2005 89 $333     5 $67   $154,912 81

Weekly Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Mar 11, 2005 67 $31,442   9 $3,494   $31,442 1
Mar 18, 2005 68 $30,040 -4% 15 $2,003   $61,482 2
Mar 25, 2005 88 $11,768 -61% 10 $1,177   $73,250 3
Apr 1, 2005 63 $26,222 +123% 15 $1,748   $99,472 4
Apr 8, 2005 74 $16,485 -37% 13 $1,268   $115,957 5
Apr 15, 2005 88 $12,741 -23% 13 $980   $128,698 6
Apr 22, 2005 93 $7,830 -39% 13 $602   $136,528 7
Apr 29, 2005 100 $5,451 -30% 11 $496   $141,979 8
May 6, 2005 103 $3,515 -36% 5 $703   $145,494 9
May 13, 2005 103 $3,532 n/c 10 $353   $149,026 10
May 20, 2005 93 $4,408 +25% 11 $401   $153,434 11
May 27, 2005 109 $2,120 -52% 5 $424   $155,554 12
Jun 3, 2005 82 $5,375 +154% 4 $1,344   $160,929 13
Jun 10, 2005 118 $1,780 -67% 6 $297   $162,709 14
Jun 17, 2005 115 $827 -54% 2 $414   $163,536 15

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.

Leading Cast

Samuel L. Jackson Langston Whitfield
Juliette Binoche Anna Malan

Supporting Cast

Brendan Gleeson De Jager
Menzi Ngubane Dumi Mkhalipi
Sam Ngakane Anderson
Aletta Bezuidenhout Elsa
Lionel Newton Edward Morgan
Langley Kirkwood Boetie
Owen Sejake Reverend Mzondo
Harriet Manamela Albertina Sobandla
Louis Van Niekerk Willem Malan
Jeremiah Ndlovu Old Man in Wheelbarrow
Fiona Ramsay Felicia Rheinhardt
Daniel Robbertse De Smidt
Robert Hobbs Van Deventer
Lwando Nondzaba Peter Makeba
Trix Pienaar B&B Lady
Greg Latter Sgt. Dreyer
Albert Maritz Farmer
Sizwe Msutu Gilbert
Dumisani Mbebe Keneth
Sunu Gonera Lionel
Nick Boraine Jack Marlon
Charley Boorman Adam Hartley
Connie Chiume Mrs. Tabata
Seumus Keir Simon
Nicholas Andrews Chris
Justin Creasey Jonty
Grant Swanby Johan
Paul Eilers Police General
Bheki Vilakazi Perpetrator
Louw Venter Alec
Wayne Harrison Brian
Terry Norton Lilly
Andre Jacobs Judge
Alyce Chavunduka Newsreader
Lillian Dube Woman
Namhla Ndlovu Woman
Lee Duru Woman
Nambitha Mpumlwana Woman
Fana Mokoera Dumi's Killer
Johan Marais De Jager's Security
Morgan O'Callaghan De Jager's Security
Frederrick Dannhauser De Jager's Security
Andrew Johnson Taxi Driver
Lilian Khumalo Commissioner
Genesis Canda Commissioner
Tony Finley Commissioner
Biah Mokgobu Commissioner
Anthony Karriem Commissioner
Milton Daka Commissioner
Hiportia Hlatana Commissioner
Jefferine October Commissioner
Noliyanda Pike Commissioner
Beverley Bownes Commissioner
Justice Khontyo Judge
Denzil Campbel Judge
Christina Ntsomi Woman Phone Booth/Corn Field
Xhantyi Nqayi Herd Boy
Michelle Zaaiman Inge
Natasha Kotze Inge Voice Over
Natalie Dippenaar Johan's Wife
Zoliswa Mabawa Malan Farmhouse Maid
Elizabeth Mokoatsana Crying Woman
John Coom Farmer's Father In Law
Noel Coom Farmer's Mother In Law
Shannen Mackay Farmer's Daughter
Xola Luse Perpetrator
Sacky Veto Old Man's Grandson
Mohogany Singiswa Old Man's Comforter
Moho Seabela Albertina's Friend
Zingisa Kobo Albertina's Friend
Landiwe Hans Albertina's Friend
John Zacharis Langston's Driver
Brian Niewoudt Boere Orkes Band
Endrie Nel Boere Orkes Band
Nic du Toit Boere Orkes Band
Stompie Heyns Boere Orkes Band
Susanna Vermeulen Boere Orkes Band
Paul Dirkson One Man Band
Russell Johnson Schempers
Morris Uberstein Bottle Shop Owner
Thembi Mtshali Lizzie
Lara Bye Alec's Wife
Marisa Sarfatti PR Person
Phumla Stamper Translator
Warona Seane Translator
John Langemann Afrikaner next to Anna at Hearing
Nkuli Kgositsile Woman with Applications
Suzanne Bassett Anna look-a-like
Amber Stodel Lily's Daughter
Yavor Radkov Taxi Driver
Casmir Ummuna Dumi Killer
Vumile Ngoqo Dumi Killer
Christian Ogbeifun Dumi Killer

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

John Boorman Director
Ann Peacock Screenwriter
Antjie Krog Story Creator
Robert Chartoff Producer
Mike Medavoy Producer
John Boorman Producer
Kieran Corrigan Producer
Lynn Hendee Producer
David Wicht South Africa
Chris Auty Executive Producer
Neil Peplow Executive Producer
Mfundi Vundla Executive Producer
Duncan Reid Executive Producer
Sam Bhembe Executive Producer
Jamie Brown Executive Producer
Derek Wallace Production Designer
Ron Davis Editor
Seamus Deasy Director of Photography
Peter Fudakowski Associate Producer
Niles Helmboldt Associate Producer
Michael L. Games Line Producer
Diana Keam Assistant Director
Kevan Barker Production Supervisor
Emelia Weavind Art Director
Fred Du Preez Key
Graeme Blem Set Decorator
Jo Katsaras Costume Designer
Zureta Schulz Costume Supervisor
Brendan Deasy Recordist
Tom Johnson Re-recording Mixer
John Fitzgerald Re-recording Mixer
Martin Evans Sound Editor
Joe Gilmore Dialogue Editor
Brian Masterson Music Editor
Meg Tanner Key
Anette Keet Key
Philip King Music Supervisor
Moonyeenn Lee South Africa
Janet Meintjies South Africa
Roly Jansen Stunt Coordinator

The bold credits above the line are the "above-the-line" credits, the other the "below-the-line" credits.

DVD Releases for July 5, 2005

July 4th, 2005

Every week films get a second chance at success from the home market; or, in some cases, a first chance at success. Here is a list of wide releases, limited releases, classics and a few from the growing TV on DVD section. Usually the first week of the month is the busiest, but not this month. However, just because it's a slow week doesn't mean there isn't a well deserving film for the DVD pick of the week, namely Bride and Prejudice - Buy from Amazon. More...

Upside to Limited Releases

March 11th, 2005

Among the half a dozen films on this week list, there are a few that have a legitimate shot at widespread, mainstream success. Millions will probably top the per theater charts, while The Upside of Anger begins its short run in limited release before going wide in a couple of weeks. More...

Movie Websites Launches for March 4 - March 10

March 10th, 2005

During the past week promotional websites for several movies were launched and some older ones added additional content. Here the list of this week's releases, a couple of new sites and few updates, including this week's winner, Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous - Official Site. If you know of any new movie websites not on this list feel free to e-mail me with the details. More...

Movie Website Launches for February 11 - February 17

February 17th, 2005

During the past week promotional websites for several movies were launched and some older ones added additional content. Here the list of this week's releases, a couple of new sites and a few updates, including this week's winner, Sin City - Official Site. If you know of any new movie websites not on this list feel free to e-mail me with the details. More...


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Metrics

Opening Weekend:$22,383 (13.7% of total gross)
Legs:7.31 (domestic box office/biggest weekend)
Domestic Share:100.0% (domestic box office/worldwide)
Theater counts:9 opening theaters/15 max. theaters, 9.5 weeks average run per theater
Infl. Adj. Dom. BO $275,019

Latest Ranking on Cumulative Box Office Lists


Watch Now On

Amazon VOD:Amazon

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: March 11th, 2005 (Limited) by Sony Pictures Classics
Video Release: July 5th, 2005 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
MPAA Rating: R for language, including descriptions of atrocities, and for a scene of violence
Running Time: 105 minutes
Comparisons: vs. Tsotsi
Create your own comparison chart…
Source:Based on Fiction Book/Short Story
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Production/Financing Companies: Chartoff Productions, Inc., Phoenix Pictures, Merlin Films
Production Countries: South Africa, United States
Languages: English

Leading Cast

Samuel L. Jackson Langston Whitfield
Juliette Binoche Anna Malan

Supporting Cast

Brendan Gleeson De Jager
Menzi Ngubane Dumi Mkhalipi
Sam Ngakane Anderson
Aletta Bezuidenhout Elsa
Lionel Newton Edward Morgan
Langley Kirkwood Boetie
Owen Sejake Reverend Mzondo
Harriet Manamela Albertina Sobandla
Louis Van Niekerk Willem Malan
Jeremiah Ndlovu Old Man in Wheelbarrow
Fiona Ramsay Felicia Rheinhardt
Daniel Robbertse De Smidt
Robert Hobbs Van Deventer
Lwando Nondzaba Peter Makeba
Trix Pienaar B&B Lady
Greg Latter Sgt. Dreyer
Albert Maritz Farmer
Sizwe Msutu Gilbert
Dumisani Mbebe Keneth
Sunu Gonera Lionel
Nick Boraine Jack Marlon
Charley Boorman Adam Hartley
Connie Chiume Mrs. Tabata
Seumus Keir Simon
Nicholas Andrews Chris
Justin Creasey Jonty
Grant Swanby Johan
Paul Eilers Police General
Bheki Vilakazi Perpetrator
Louw Venter Alec
Wayne Harrison Brian
Terry Norton Lilly
Andre Jacobs Judge
Alyce Chavunduka Newsreader
Lillian Dube Woman
Namhla Ndlovu Woman
Lee Duru Woman
Nambitha Mpumlwana Woman
Fana Mokoera Dumi's Killer
Johan Marais De Jager's Security
Morgan O'Callaghan De Jager's Security
Frederrick Dannhauser De Jager's Security
Andrew Johnson Taxi Driver
Lilian Khumalo Commissioner
Genesis Canda Commissioner
Tony Finley Commissioner
Biah Mokgobu Commissioner
Anthony Karriem Commissioner
Milton Daka Commissioner
Hiportia Hlatana Commissioner
Jefferine October Commissioner
Noliyanda Pike Commissioner
Beverley Bownes Commissioner
Justice Khontyo Judge
Denzil Campbel Judge
Christina Ntsomi Woman Phone Booth/Corn Field
Xhantyi Nqayi Herd Boy
Michelle Zaaiman Inge
Natasha Kotze Inge Voice Over
Natalie Dippenaar Johan's Wife
Zoliswa Mabawa Malan Farmhouse Maid
Elizabeth Mokoatsana Crying Woman
John Coom Farmer's Father In Law
Noel Coom Farmer's Mother In Law
Shannen Mackay Farmer's Daughter
Xola Luse Perpetrator
Sacky Veto Old Man's Grandson
Mohogany Singiswa Old Man's Comforter
Moho Seabela Albertina's Friend
Zingisa Kobo Albertina's Friend
Landiwe Hans Albertina's Friend
John Zacharis Langston's Driver
Brian Niewoudt Boere Orkes Band
Endrie Nel Boere Orkes Band
Nic du Toit Boere Orkes Band
Stompie Heyns Boere Orkes Band
Susanna Vermeulen Boere Orkes Band
Paul Dirkson One Man Band
Russell Johnson Schempers
Morris Uberstein Bottle Shop Owner
Thembi Mtshali Lizzie
Lara Bye Alec's Wife
Marisa Sarfatti PR Person
Phumla Stamper Translator
Warona Seane Translator
John Langemann Afrikaner next to Anna at Hearing
Nkuli Kgositsile Woman with Applications
Suzanne Bassett Anna look-a-like
Amber Stodel Lily's Daughter
Yavor Radkov Taxi Driver
Casmir Ummuna Dumi Killer
Vumile Ngoqo Dumi Killer
Christian Ogbeifun Dumi Killer

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

John Boorman Director
Ann Peacock Screenwriter
Antjie Krog Story Creator
Robert Chartoff Producer
Mike Medavoy Producer
John Boorman Producer
Kieran Corrigan Producer
Lynn Hendee Producer
David Wicht South Africa
Chris Auty Executive Producer
Neil Peplow Executive Producer
Mfundi Vundla Executive Producer
Duncan Reid Executive Producer
Sam Bhembe Executive Producer
Jamie Brown Executive Producer
Derek Wallace Production Designer
Ron Davis Editor
Seamus Deasy Director of Photography
Peter Fudakowski Associate Producer
Niles Helmboldt Associate Producer
Michael L. Games Line Producer
Diana Keam Assistant Director
Kevan Barker Production Supervisor
Emelia Weavind Art Director
Fred Du Preez Key
Graeme Blem Set Decorator
Jo Katsaras Costume Designer
Zureta Schulz Costume Supervisor
Brendan Deasy Recordist
Tom Johnson Re-recording Mixer
John Fitzgerald Re-recording Mixer
Martin Evans Sound Editor
Joe Gilmore Dialogue Editor
Brian Masterson Music Editor
Meg Tanner Key
Anette Keet Key
Philip King Music Supervisor
Moonyeenn Lee South Africa
Janet Meintjies South Africa
Roly Jansen Stunt Coordinator

The bold credits above the line are the "above-the-line" credits, the other the "below-the-line" credits.

DVD Releases for July 5, 2005

July 4th, 2005

Every week films get a second chance at success from the home market; or, in some cases, a first chance at success. Here is a list of wide releases, limited releases, classics and a few from the growing TV on DVD section. Usually the first week of the month is the busiest, but not this month. However, just because it's a slow week doesn't mean there isn't a well deserving film for the DVD pick of the week, namely Bride and Prejudice - Buy from Amazon. More...

Upside to Limited Releases

March 11th, 2005

Among the half a dozen films on this week list, there are a few that have a legitimate shot at widespread, mainstream success. Millions will probably top the per theater charts, while The Upside of Anger begins its short run in limited release before going wide in a couple of weeks. More...

Movie Websites Launches for March 4 - March 10

March 10th, 2005

During the past week promotional websites for several movies were launched and some older ones added additional content. Here the list of this week's releases, a couple of new sites and few updates, including this week's winner, Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous - Official Site. If you know of any new movie websites not on this list feel free to e-mail me with the details. More...

Movie Website Launches for February 11 - February 17

February 17th, 2005

During the past week promotional websites for several movies were launched and some older ones added additional content. Here the list of this week's releases, a couple of new sites and a few updates, including this week's winner, Sin City - Official Site. If you know of any new movie websites not on this list feel free to e-mail me with the details. More...

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Domestic Cumulative Box Office Records

Weekend Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Mar 11, 2005 66 $22,383   9 $2,487   $22,383 1
Mar 18, 2005 70 $20,087 -10% 15 $1,339   $51,529 2
Mar 25, 2005 88 $8,348 -58% 10 $835   $69,830 3
Apr 1, 2005 64 $18,299 +119% 15 $1,220   $91,549 4
Apr 8, 2005 74 $10,573 -42% 13 $813   $110,045 5
Apr 15, 2005 88 $8,499 -20% 13 $654   $124,456 6
Apr 22, 2005 97 $4,896 -42% 13 $377   $133,594 7
Apr 29, 2005 94 $3,890 -21% 11 $354   $140,418 8
May 6, 2005 106 $2,036 -48% 5 $407   $144,015 9
May 13, 2005 104 $2,266 +11% 10 $227   $147,760 10
May 20, 2005 86 $4,113 +82% 11 $374   $153,139 11
May 27, 2005 110 $1,145 -72% 5 $229   $154,579 12
Jun 3, 2005 84 $3,610 +215% 4 $903   $159,164 13
Jun 10, 2005 115 $1,373 -62% 6 $229   $162,302 14
Jun 17, 2005 113 $827 -40% 2 $414   $163,536 15

Daily Box Office Performance

DateRankGross%YD%LWTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossDays
May 30, 2005 89 $333     5 $67   $154,912 81

Weekly Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Mar 11, 2005 67 $31,442   9 $3,494   $31,442 1
Mar 18, 2005 68 $30,040 -4% 15 $2,003   $61,482 2
Mar 25, 2005 88 $11,768 -61% 10 $1,177   $73,250 3
Apr 1, 2005 63 $26,222 +123% 15 $1,748   $99,472 4
Apr 8, 2005 74 $16,485 -37% 13 $1,268   $115,957 5
Apr 15, 2005 88 $12,741 -23% 13 $980   $128,698 6
Apr 22, 2005 93 $7,830 -39% 13 $602   $136,528 7
Apr 29, 2005 100 $5,451 -30% 11 $496   $141,979 8
May 6, 2005 103 $3,515 -36% 5 $703   $145,494 9
May 13, 2005 103 $3,532 n/c 10 $353   $149,026 10
May 20, 2005 93 $4,408 +25% 11 $401   $153,434 11
May 27, 2005 109 $2,120 -52% 5 $424   $155,554 12
Jun 3, 2005 82 $5,375 +154% 4 $1,344   $160,929 13
Jun 10, 2005 118 $1,780 -67% 6 $297   $162,709 14
Jun 17, 2005 115 $827 -54% 2 $414   $163,536 15

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.