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John Thaw (Inspector Morse) stars as the widowed and cantankerous Tom Oakley in this charming film adaptation of the prize-winning children’s novel by Michelle Magorian.
When the Second World War is declared, Tom finds that his quiet life in the village of Little Weirwold is set to change when nine-year old Willie Beech (Nick Robinson) is evacuated from London and billeted on him. Willie is a quiet sad child with a deprived and disturbing past, but he slowly begins to flourish under the care of ‘Mister Tom’ and enjoys an idyllic village life.
Gradually a strong bond of friendship develops between the two. Then, quite suddenly, his mother (Annabelle Apsion) summons Willie back to the terrors of Blitz-torn London. Tom is left feeling lonely and wondering if he will ever see his dear friend again.
Average rating (8 reviews)
At His Best
Stephen1953 | 06/07/2008 | See all Stephen1953's reviews (1) »
To anyone thinking of watching this film - this is your chance to see John Thaw doing what he does best - "CHARACTER ACTING".
This film is as heartwarming as it is thought provoking!
John Thaw is playing this character with the same innate and consummate skills he applied to all his other characters.
This is another of his 'must watch ' perfomances.
I have added this to my collection and have watched it over and over again,I can think of no better recommendation than that!!!!!!
heart warming and classic war drama
13king | 06/06/2008 | See all 13king's reviews (1) »
this is another example of John Thaw's fine acting. A step away from his usual character in the Sweeney, Inspector Morse and kavanagh Q.C. a man of many talents!.. If you like John Thaw , you will love this heart warming, tearjerker
a must for all you Morse fans and a chance to see a great actor in a different role.
buy this!
Torehboom | 21/04/2008 | See all Torehboom's reviews (20) »
This film is beautiful, i watched in when i was back in school a few years ago and i still love it now!
PG | |
1998 | |
Widescreen 16:9 Anamorphic | |
English - Dolby Digital (2.0) Stereo | |
English for the hearing impaired | |
1 hour and 41 minutes (approx) | |
Region 2 - Will only play on European Region 2 or multi-region DVD players. |
