Pluskylang
Great Film overall
Keeley Coleman
The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;
Deanna
There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.
Zlatica
One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
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!
Brian Timmins
An absolutely superb film made from one of the greatest short stories of all time (under the same name) - by Paul Gallico. Characterisation by Richard Harris (Philip Rhayadar) and Jenny Agutter (Frith) is nothing short of outstanding, the story and its apotheosis is mind-blowing - a real three handkerchief film even though it is only one hour long. A definite must see for anyone, film buff or not. Only the most hardened of cynics will not fail to be moved - an excellent family movie. The basic outline of the story concerns a young girl who makes friends with a crippled lighthouse keeper who also is an artist and lover of wild life. She finds an injured snow goose and brings it to Rhayadar and together they nurse it back to health. The final parts of the story are about Rhayadar going off in his little boat to help with the Dunkirk evacuation...
cjsponseller
I'm excited to finally find people who remember this film, which I saw on the original Hallmark Hall of Fame airing. It made quite an impression on me and must be the only "favorite" that I've seen a single time. I have read the book many times, and would love to see the film version again. I've had cable TV for many years and have never seen it listed anywhere. How have people been seeing it since 1971? I haven't gotten any satisfaction from people in Hallmark stores and never got an email response to inquiries.I recently purchased a DVD copy of the George C. Scott version of Jane Eyre, which I also saw only on Hallmark Hall of Fame (1968?). That revived my hope of finding Snow Goose. Would love to hear from anyone who actually has a copy. Thank you for the info in the comments!
jotheodorou
I read the short story in middle school and saw the TV version as an undergraduate. I will never forget either. Now that the late, great Richard Harris has recently passed away, won't someone look into offering this on DVD or Video? I look for it each and every Christmas on PBS. Some thirty years later, it still haunts me. It will break your heart, but is so worthy of attention.I look forward to comments from other baby boomers who remember the PBS movie. A little gem of a film.
