I was a kid of about the same age growing up in Northern England when this was made,i remember the film so well. A wonderful film of childhood innocence that depits the times so well. They just can't make films like this today because innocence disappears at a much younger age unfortunately.One cherished memory of early years this filmnd strangely i can watch it over and over,my kids all watched it too when they were younger.Talk to anyone of my generation and they all remember it with affection
Oh 'M', you'll never live it down, if Miss Moneypenny see this clip of you in that hat there! But a great little film, this one. Shame that Brian Forbes didn't make many more of this kind of quality though. I have to say though, that my main memory of him, is when he was in those British 1950's various army and crime themed films along with the likes of Sam Kydd, Victor Maddern, Alfie Bass and the rest of the usual suspects of those days.
I just love these early 60s black and white films set up North. This Sporting Life, Billy Liar, A Taste Of Honey etc. My favourite up North film though has got to be Kes. Brian Glover is an absolute star as the games teacher.
went to see this film when it first was released with my mam loved this film ever since can watch it over again and again especially the line it isnt jesus its just a fella. I wonder how old that lad is now anne
Just watched this on BBC2 as advertised for this clip, and it's such a beautifully photographed film, with a sense of melancholoy and down tempo, along with the kids humorous quips, it's the first time i've seen it and is defo being added to my DVD collection!
I would love to know if the kids have happy memories of them being in this film,they must be in their fortys and fiftys now,they must have loved doing this in the 60,s,fab film its on BBC2 today.
About 4 years ago they found some of the children and re-enacted some of the scenes as they are today, Hayley Mills spoke about Alan Bates but the little boy whole stole the whole film was not there.....yes, they loved being in the film!
If you are ever in the area, starting at Rochdale Rd. end of New Line head down to Lee Mills. First right is where they filmed some of the scenes, they used a mate of mine to play one of the boys. Wont see in credits, could be content thing.
This is a beautiful and inspiring film. I love the scenes where the children are talking to the man who they think is Jesus, and he's utterly bewildered and trying to bluff his way along-- so funny. The dialogue between the stern Aunt and the father is very funny as well, and perfectly life-like. From a cinematography point of view, the film uses its canvas of the rolling Lanchashire hills, with their broken stone walls and rocky streams, to lovely effect.
Alan Barnes who plays the young brother of Hayley Mills is not the same actor who was in Love Actually.The actor in that film was a coloured guy.Alan only acted in one more film in 1963 called The Victors,and he now runs a building business in the N.W of England.I know this to be true as Diane Holgate is a friend of mine.(She played Hayley's sister)
the theme music is by composer malcolm arnold prelude whistle down the wind theme this ones at the start of the film the second piece of music is called the three kings also by malcolm arnold, the final film ending is called finale by malcolm arnold
there is only one place ive found to download it and its 70 pence per track anyone wanting to know how should leave me a message . thank you for the post
like i say its 70 pence per track i have not got any amount on my credit card its a pre pay card so i have to put on 70 per track plus charges for the card etc .. it ive looked all over for a free copy of the theme your welcome to try if in the meantime i do find a free copy i will let you know ... good luck
Changed me bleeding life.
77pinehead 1 month ago
I've always loved Hayley Mills. I also love our Kathy, our Charles and our Nan!
rippleway123 1 month ago
"He's not the messiah, he's a very naughty boy!"
astrophonix 2 months ago
I was a kid of about the same age growing up in Northern England when this was made,i remember the film so well. A wonderful film of childhood innocence that depits the times so well. They just can't make films like this today because innocence disappears at a much younger age unfortunately.One cherished memory of early years this filmnd strangely i can watch it over and over,my kids all watched it too when they were younger.Talk to anyone of my generation and they all remember it with affection
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garyw930 4 months ago
Oh 'M', you'll never live it down, if Miss Moneypenny see this clip of you in that hat there! But a great little film, this one. Shame that Brian Forbes didn't make many more of this kind of quality though. I have to say though, that my main memory of him, is when he was in those British 1950's various army and crime themed films along with the likes of Sam Kydd, Victor Maddern, Alfie Bass and the rest of the usual suspects of those days.
APRIL141958model 6 months ago
LOVE IT
YourJellyFishAteMyTV 6 months ago
I love this, it' isn't Jesus, it's just a fella. Unfortunately men of fresh are not Jesus, they are just a fella LOL
AuntyM66 1 year ago
A masterpiece!!!
777philip 1 year ago
I just love these early 60s black and white films set up North. This Sporting Life, Billy Liar, A Taste Of Honey etc. My favourite up North film though has got to be Kes. Brian Glover is an absolute star as the games teacher.
wezzylad 1 year ago 2
this is my 2nd fav black and white film, the 1st being Roman Holiday
AMY1213141 1 year ago
Best film ever and a Malcolm Arnold score
tubaherby 2 years ago
angry man in a party hat...
p1nkAcid 2 years ago
@p1nkAcid
Angry...did he look angry to you?
He just asked who she said it was for...try watching it properly before making moronic comments.
seventiesclassic 1 year ago
really touching the boys logic is great.
womblefree 2 years ago
Thank you Peter for this, very touching...
tangogirl100 2 years ago
went to see this film when it first was released with my mam loved this film ever since can watch it over again and again especially the line it isnt jesus its just a fella. I wonder how old that lad is now anne
georgiewingates 2 years ago
Such a simple but profound film. It shows there are no answers when a child wants to know why did Jesus let a kitten die.
crazystarwarsguy1006 2 years ago
a brillaint film
rolflmaoweeee 2 years ago
That boy at the end is so sweet lol.
"It's just a fella!"
BlackSabbathFan1985 2 years ago
I think this film is amazing best kids film ever. The performances are just amazing
jpjames1 2 years ago
Just watched this on BBC2 as advertised for this clip, and it's such a beautifully photographed film, with a sense of melancholoy and down tempo, along with the kids humorous quips, it's the first time i've seen it and is defo being added to my DVD collection!
velocet1976 2 years ago
I would love to know if the kids have happy memories of them being in this film,they must be in their fortys and fiftys now,they must have loved doing this in the 60,s,fab film its on BBC2 today.
jay2009ize 2 years ago
About 4 years ago they found some of the children and re-enacted some of the scenes as they are today, Hayley Mills spoke about Alan Bates but the little boy whole stole the whole film was not there.....yes, they loved being in the film!
psychicnewsguy 2 years ago
If you are ever in the area, starting at Rochdale Rd. end of New Line head down to Lee Mills. First right is where they filmed some of the scenes, they used a mate of mine to play one of the boys. Wont see in credits, could be content thing.
wozthuronce 2 years ago
I absolutely love this film, I bawl like a kid at the end, every time.
cawardn 2 years ago
It was part filmed in Brittania, home of the world famous coconutters.
wozthuronce 2 years ago
no it wasnt !!
MeatloafTribute1 2 years ago
Yup it was can take you to the street and introduce you to one of the lads who played in it.
wozthuronce 2 years ago
Not mentioned in the credits, film locations are all mentioned at end of film
MeatloafTribute1 2 years ago
This is a beautiful and inspiring film. I love the scenes where the children are talking to the man who they think is Jesus, and he's utterly bewildered and trying to bluff his way along-- so funny. The dialogue between the stern Aunt and the father is very funny as well, and perfectly life-like. From a cinematography point of view, the film uses its canvas of the rolling Lanchashire hills, with their broken stone walls and rocky streams, to lovely effect.
Ferg400 3 years ago
the house and barn remain unchanged 47 yrs later! recently visited the village Downham , lancashire
MeatloafTribute1 3 years ago
i have put the theme of this on you tube anyone wanting a copy of the theme please contact me thanks again for this post
mrdee11091 3 years ago
Alan Barnes who plays the young brother of Hayley Mills is not the same actor who was in Love Actually.The actor in that film was a coloured guy.Alan only acted in one more film in 1963 called The Victors,and he now runs a building business in the N.W of England.I know this to be true as Diane Holgate is a friend of mine.(She played Hayley's sister)
RMENZ 3 years ago
the theme music is by composer malcolm arnold prelude whistle down the wind theme this ones at the start of the film the second piece of music is called the three kings also by malcolm arnold, the final film ending is called finale by malcolm arnold
there is only one place ive found to download it and its 70 pence per track anyone wanting to know how should leave me a message . thank you for the post
mrdee11091 3 years ago
hi, ive been after this music for ages. is it possible for you to download it for me and i,ll pay you? thanks.
tigerbay70 3 years ago
like i say its 70 pence per track i have not got any amount on my credit card its a pre pay card so i have to put on 70 per track plus charges for the card etc .. it ive looked all over for a free copy of the theme your welcome to try if in the meantime i do find a free copy i will let you know ... good luck
mrdee11091 3 years ago
Worston Rocks!!!!
lancsy500 3 years ago
i agree. the opening music is fab. but the score at the end is better becasue of the use of the vibes and the organ. i cry every time.
jamesaellis 3 years ago
I love the opening music to this film but I can't find it anywhere!!! Can anybody help?
chinagirl84 3 years ago
the little boy was in the film love actually.but a lot older. his names alan barnes.
tigerbay70 3 years ago
I thought he was an accountant!
Ramanujan88 3 years ago
possibely the best film i have ever seen
Gurneyo 4 years ago 9
I agree its magical they really captured something special.
jpjames1 2 years ago
Ah, the age of innocence. i can't think of a better way to potray it than this film. the story was written by Haley's mother Mary Haley Bell
hmcathie 4 years ago 2