In 1990, South Africa is on the cusp of change as Nelson Mandela's release approaches, but for Spud Milton, a more pressing concern is his first year at an elite boys-only boarding school. A scholarship student from a ordinary background, Spud must navigate a world of wealthy classmates with nicknames like Gecko, Rambo, and Mad Dog. As he takes his first steps towards manhood, Spud faces challenges from his eccentric parents, a senile granny, and his own struggles to adapt.
Spud
In 1990 South Africa, a pivotal year unfolds with the imminent release of Nelson Mandela, while a more pressing concern for 13-year-old Spud Milton is navigating his first year at an elite, all-boys boarding school.
