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Bill Travers, Helena Gloag, Jameson Clark, Jean Taylor Smith, Peter Jeffrey ...( see more  see more... ) , Roddy McMillan , Virginia McKenna , W.D. Joss

Coincidence throws Mij the otter and Graham Merrill (Bill Travers) the computer worker together on a busy London street. What transpires from this chance meeting is an epiphany that leads to the compl...( read more  read more... )ete upheaval of Graham's life. Evicted from his city flat thanks to the antics of his newly acquired, mischievous otter, Graham embarks on a train journey to the Scottish Highlands. Suffice it to say that trying to smuggle Mij onboard as a "diving terrier" is not successful. When the pair finally arrives in Scotland, they fall in love with the countryside and a dilapidated cottage by the sea. Fate introduces Graham to the town's animal-loving doctor (Virginia McKenna), and an enduring friendship and romance are forged. The photography of both the Scottish Highlands and the antics of Mij the otter in this 1969 movie are truly wonderful--it might just make you reconsider your current digs and friendships. The story (based on Gavin Maxwell's book of the same name) is somewhat formulaic and dated by its romanticism, but enjoyable nonetheless. Slip into an ideal world of simple happiness and celebrate the cyclical nature of life, if only for 106 minutes. (Ages 5 and older) --Tami Horiuchi

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G, 106 min.

Directed by: Jack Couffer

Release Date: January 1, 1969

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DVD Release Date: November 14, 2000

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  • eryri
    December 18, 2009
    eryri
    A beautifully shot story of a lovable otter called Mij. The ending broke my heart.
  • mamabearsue
    April 16, 2009
    mamabearsue
    a enjoyable film but with sad end
  • sapphireoasis21
    February 15, 2009
    sapphireoasis21
    The movie is heartwarming and delightful with a few laughs, provided by the interaction between Mij and Graham. There is a part in the movie that always makes me depressed, but otherwise has a nice ending.
  • Hacklet
    December 23, 2008
    Hacklet
    This is one of the best films ever.
  • hypathio7
    September 19, 2008
    hypathio7
    nominated for best picture by NBR
  • mrplinkle
    November 8, 2007
    mrplinkle
    I really like this film. Makes me wana escape to a secluded cove.
  • freepieanchips
    August 1, 2007
    freepieanchips
    My favourite movie of all time. This classic story captures ever emotion and the superb performances by Travers and McKenna will never be forgotten.
  • Venieza
    July 19, 2007
    Venieza
    All CLASSICS are GOOD
  • tichonly36
    May 26, 2007
    tichonly36
    v/good worth watching

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  • sleddog323
    September 18, 2007
    sleddog323
    i LOVED this book but then they mixed up the story and turned it all lovey-dovey in the movie. but i still love this movie cause the otters are adorable! ^_^
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