Geordie | 
 enlarge | Actors: Jameson Clark, Francis De Wolff, Doris Goddard, Norah Gorsen, Raymond Huntley
Studio: Televista
Category: DVD
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Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 54922
Format: Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Running Time: 96
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
UPC: 018619154151
EAN: 0018619154151
ASIN: B00177YFXI
Theatrical Release Date: 1955
Release Date: September 30, 2008
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Description
As a boy rather small for his age, Geordie responds to an advertisement for a bodybuilding course, determined to improve his stature and thus win the heart of the girl of his dreams, Jean. Becoming the course's star pupil, Geordie (played by Bill Travers
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Absolutely Charming Film. October 20, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I remember seeing "Geordie" with my parents in England when the film was first released in 1955. I was just a kid, but I never forgot it. It's one of those films that leaves you with a warm glow inside. It was a big hit in the UK, and deservedly so. I believe the film was entitled "Wee Geordie" for the North American audience.
In the highlands of Scotland, a young boy, Geordie, is teased by other children (and even adults who should know better) for being small. Even his best friend, a young girl named Jean, unwittingly makes him feel tiny. So he sends away for a body-building course offered by a Mr. Samson in London. Over the next few years, he follows the course instructions religiously and grows up to be a Scottish Hercules ! Geordie is "wee" no more ! At the same time, his preoccupation with training has caused a strain on his friendship with Jean, now an attractive young woman. With the encouragement of the local Laird, Geordie enters the Olympic Games in Melbourne--he has become very proficient with the hammer throw--but, while "down under" complications arise that may adversely affect life back home, and his relationship with Jean.
The film is full of wonderful performances--Alastair Sim is a born scene-stealer as the bird-loving and very eccentric Laird--Norah Gorsen is just right as feisty Jean--Francis De Wolff is hilarious as Samson--but, as Geordie, Bill Travers is--in a word--unforgettable. Mr. Travers went on to make other films--"Born Free" was probably the most famous one--but if ever there was a role that he was born to play it was the stubborn, naive but thoroughly charming Geordie.
After so long, I am delighted that "Geordie" has been released on DVD. I had no problems with the quality--full screen--colour--enhanced sound--the gorgeous Scottish scenery is a huge plus with this film.
I am thrilled to add this film to my collection. After so many years, "Geordie" has lost none of its magic--a quiet, irresistable gem from Britain's golden age. Finally, for you readers with even the smallest drop of Scottish blood in your veins, you will get a very special feeling as you watch a movie that is like a breath of fresh, highland air !
Oh yes--what do you call a male and a female badger ? Order your copy of "Geordie" and find out !
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