Wow. Having watched this film a few years ago, I was always aware that it was a somewhat enjoyable and entertaining performance, but watching it again this morning... I don't know what to say... Wow.
'Lassie' is a film with emotion, with likable characters, with a gripping plot and intriguing scenes and awesome landscapes. The basic plot is that a poor family reluctantly sell their collie - Lassie - to a duke and his granddaughter. Lassie misses her old family, and consistently escapes from her new residence, running back to her original owners. Eventually the duke and his granddaughter move from England to northern Scotland with Lassie, doubting she will ever make it back home now.
At their destination, one of the duke's employees abuses Lassie, and the duke's granddaughter - noticing the animal's suffering - releases it into the wild. Thus, the animal sets off on a five-hundred-mile journey back to London. Along the way, many characters are introduced, and there is even a subtle love story. This may seem rather generic, but like I said, it's subtle. It's also very absorbing and well-done, and a nice, short break from the rest of the film.
'Lassie' was filmed in Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man, and it's clear why. The scenery in this film is stunning, and whereas some might disregard the film at the mention of landscapes, accusing it of being unnecessary and a chore, it's done so well in 'Lassie' and I agree with the director's choices of location. At times the landscapes may seem slightly unsatisfactory, but there are always saviours to rival these brief negative sections.
Along with the great story and brilliant setting, the film boasts some really terrific scenes and actors. I didn't notice a bad actor in the entire film, it was all done so convincingly well that I'd love to commend every single one of the cast. Sadly, I simply don't have the time to list Peter O'Toole, Samantha Morton, John Lynch, Steve Pemberton, Jonathon Mason, Hester Odgers, Jemma Redgrave, Peter Dinklage, Gregor Fisher, Edward Fox and Kelly Macdonald. Everything which happens in the film is also very appeasing. It would have been nice for Lassie to swim in the loch, but to be fair, we did witness a more fantastical event anyway.
At times it felt like Lassie could be easily intimidated by humans, and I questioned this, but later on in the film she builds up courage and strength and, subsequently, vengeance. The film is touching and you'll think amazing things of Lassie since she attempts to travel such a long journey. Great scenes are frequent in the film, whether it be that monster or that death, and I felt like crying near the end.
I'd have to say 'Lassie' is one of those beautiful performances where even the pickiest of louse-slayers could not knit a hole into. If you're even remotely interested in films, I urge you to go out and purchase this, presuming your wallet isn't famished (or parched, depending on where you keep your money).
Five Out Of Five.
'Lassie' is a film with emotion, with likable characters, with a gripping plot and intriguing scenes and awesome landscapes. The basic plot is that a poor family reluctantly sell their collie - Lassie - to a duke and his granddaughter. Lassie misses her old family, and consistently escapes from her new residence, running back to her original owners. Eventually the duke and his granddaughter move from England to northern Scotland with Lassie, doubting she will ever make it back home now.
At their destination, one of the duke's employees abuses Lassie, and the duke's granddaughter - noticing the animal's suffering - releases it into the wild. Thus, the animal sets off on a five-hundred-mile journey back to London. Along the way, many characters are introduced, and there is even a subtle love story. This may seem rather generic, but like I said, it's subtle. It's also very absorbing and well-done, and a nice, short break from the rest of the film.
'Lassie' was filmed in Ireland, Scotland and the Isle of Man, and it's clear why. The scenery in this film is stunning, and whereas some might disregard the film at the mention of landscapes, accusing it of being unnecessary and a chore, it's done so well in 'Lassie' and I agree with the director's choices of location. At times the landscapes may seem slightly unsatisfactory, but there are always saviours to rival these brief negative sections.
Along with the great story and brilliant setting, the film boasts some really terrific scenes and actors. I didn't notice a bad actor in the entire film, it was all done so convincingly well that I'd love to commend every single one of the cast. Sadly, I simply don't have the time to list Peter O'Toole, Samantha Morton, John Lynch, Steve Pemberton, Jonathon Mason, Hester Odgers, Jemma Redgrave, Peter Dinklage, Gregor Fisher, Edward Fox and Kelly Macdonald. Everything which happens in the film is also very appeasing. It would have been nice for Lassie to swim in the loch, but to be fair, we did witness a more fantastical event anyway.
At times it felt like Lassie could be easily intimidated by humans, and I questioned this, but later on in the film she builds up courage and strength and, subsequently, vengeance. The film is touching and you'll think amazing things of Lassie since she attempts to travel such a long journey. Great scenes are frequent in the film, whether it be that monster or that death, and I felt like crying near the end.
I'd have to say 'Lassie' is one of those beautiful performances where even the pickiest of louse-slayers could not knit a hole into. If you're even remotely interested in films, I urge you to go out and purchase this, presuming your wallet isn't famished (or parched, depending on where you keep your money).
Five Out Of Five.
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