In My Country (2005)

Theatrical Performance
Domestic Box Office $163,536Details
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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

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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.