Tough Kids – Tough Love

An inspirational portrait of psychotherapist Camila Batmanghelidjh which brought nationwide attention to her extraordinary work with vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people, many of whom had been neglected or abused. 

Broadcast in 2005, Camila's charity Kids Company went on to expand rapidly, transforming many more lives and caring for thousands in need in London, Bristol and Liverpool. The charity closed in 2015.

Rest In Peace
Camila Batmanghelidjh
(1963-2024)


Sheffield International Documentary Festival

Britspotting Docs Festival, Berlin

'There have been so many documentaries featuring appallingly behaved youngsters… but this is an exceptional film.' Sunday Times

'This difficult but moving film.' New Statesman

'Can love conquer all? According to this powerful documentary it can.' The Sun


1 x 60'
BBC2 9pm
2005