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Fleur Actress is magnificent and exudes a hypnotic screen presence in this affecting drama.

Delight Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.

cchrisr20045 I remember reading this book in the second year (about 12 years old- 1976) at Secondary School and it was in a short story form.It was given to us a "Character study book" to be read class, each person reading a page. Its character analysis in the story line, of two joined by a common interest, is truly beautiful and touching, even for a 12 year old. If I remember rightly, in the book, Fritha becomes a recluse too taking on where Ryhadda left off. I am pleased to see that it is still available in its original format. I didn't realise until "wandering around" U-Tube that it had been turned in to a short serial, (I assume for TV) and apparently there is a longer film version.Don't miss it in the book-shop or Library, as it is in small copy; it may even be in the children's' section. A lovely read, even for grown ups. Search U-Tube yourselves to find the film and serialised versions.

rsubber This justly famous short story is surprisingly simple in its construction and densely emotional in its impact. There are familiar plot elements: ugly old man meets beautiful young girl, they develop a close relationship. In some ways one is moved to think of Silas Marner, there are both rich and rigid qualities in their love, never consummated, sharply constrained. The eroticism of Rhayader's relationship with the girl, Fritha, is almost totally suppressed but it is bursting out of the story repeatedly before the final scenes. It's like the sensual heat of Girl With A Pearl Earring, deeply heartfelt and almost completely unexpressed. Vermeer painted the girl from life; Rhayader painted his girl from memory, a symbolic reflection of his restrained character and the repressed relationship. The story line of Snow Goose is mostly mundane, Gallico easily sustains a dramatic tension, although the Dunkirk evacuation scenes are almost disembodied, almost a charade with the forced Cockney accents dominating the dialog. Snow Goose is eminently poetic, the ending that every reader can anticipate occurs with realistic sadness and realistic revelation. Fritha feels the words in her heart: "Philip, I love 'ee." The long-patient viewer is finally released to wordless exultation. Read more on my blog: Barley Literate by Rick

mrmoleandhisfriends What a relief to find I'm not the only person on whom 'The Snow Goose' had such deep and lasting impact. It's quite simply one of the best films ever made and the importance of its availability cannot be overestimated. This is one of the few movies which can, literally, change lives, and yet seems to be the one thing unavailable. While I esteem Mr. Gallico immensely for writing such a magnificent story and screenplay (who wouldn't?), one can't help but question why he would have written the screenplay did he not wish a filmed version to be created for posterity. To the marrow of my bones I believe the re-releasing of his movie would be honouring Gallico's memory. This is honestly a sort of crusade as far as I'm concerned. It goes far beyond just wanting a copy for myself (though, of course, I do!). 'The Snow Goose' should be a gift to the world: like air, water, beauty, and grace, available to all. Perhaps if enough of us join together and petition Hallmark, the Beeb, Gallico's estate, etc., we could save this splendid creature. Individuals joining together over something worth a struggle can have remarkable results ... Just an update to let everyone know I've started a facebook group, 'Fans of The Snow Goose,' hope you'll give it a look. It's really boring now because I'm actually the only member! Sorry!

Nigel Roberts I watched this heart breaking film as a callow youth and was enchanted by it. Since the film is so rare, read the book. (It's a novella and you can read it in an evening) The film was a BBC and Hallmark joint venture and was an acclaimed success. Therefore the BBC has never repeated it and Hallmark, who has the rights apparently, have never considered re-releasing it. Considering the rubbish around today this is a little mystifying. Richard Harris plays the hunchback, Phillip Ryader brilliantly. The young Jenny Agutter nicely underplays the part of the girl leaving as much unsaid as stated. These two damaged, shy people are thrown together in their common cause to look after a wounded snowgoose. Time passes and their relationship grows but events impinge on their world as Europe descends into war. How will these events affect them? Have the hankies ready....