Children and an outcast old man try to lift a British isle’s curse by saving a stranded narwhal. Set during World War I, on the island of Bryher, off the southwest coast of England.
The story involves an event that took place in the Victorian era, which is portrayed at the start of the movie.
“Tells a cautionary tale about human disharmonies–both with nature and with eccentrics who don’t conform to social norms. Adapted by Michael Morpurgo from his own children’s book and set in the Scilly Isles early in WWI.” – TV Guide
Starring Paul Scofield, David Threlfall, Helen Mirren.
Rated PG
Note: This sometimes airs on TCM. It’s one of those love it or hate it kind of movies, and is included here mostly for fans of Helen Mirren.