Narrated by the legendary Peter Ustinov (Spartacus, Logan's Run) and considered to be one ... more
of the greatest animal films ever, Tarka the Otter is an undeniable family favourite.Filmed over a period of two years, and co-scripted by famous naturalist Gerald Durrell (My Family and other Animals), Tarka the Otter follows the life of a young otter as he struggles to survive following the death of his mother, meets White Tip, a young female otter, and comes face-to-face with the fearsome Deadlock - the otter-hound that killed his mother. Set in the 1920s - a time when otter-hunting was still legal - and based on the novel by Henry Williamson, the story of Tarka the Otter has enthralled children the world over.Originally released in 1978, the story of Tarka the Otter has continued to captivate both children and adults, and this special edition DVD release brings the magical story to a whole new generation.
Based on the classic Henry Williamson book and set in the beautiful English countryside ... more
Tarka The Otter is the captivating story following the life of an otter. From Tarka's birth to his climactic confrontation with Deadlock the otterhound. Tarka's life is an unforgettable experience. Set in the 1920s when otter hunting was still legal in England Tarka must use his cunning and natural instincts to outwit not only man but man's best friend... Two years in the making Tarka The Otter is one of the best loved of all animal films. A delight for all ages.
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In the wild there is no safety. The otter cub Tarka grows up with his mother and sisters, ... more
learning to swim, catch fish, to fear the cry of the hunter and the flash of the metal trap. Soon he must fend for himself always on the run. Eventually, chased by a pack of hounds, he meets his nemesis, the fearsome dog Deadlock, and must fight for his life.
Production Year: 1981 - Family - Director: Jim Henson - Original Language: English - Classification: Universal - Starring: The Muppets, Peter Ustinov, John Cleese, Robert Morley, Charles Grodin, Diana Rigg, Jack Warden
Family - Director: Frank Oz, Jim Henson - Original Language: English - Classification: Parental Guidance - Starring: Dave Goelz, Richard Hunt, Jerry Nelson, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, The Muppets, Twiggy, Juliet Prowse, Peter Ustinov
Advantages: Great conservation centre, especially for otters. Disadvantages: You have to like otters, and hilly walks, to fully appreciate it.
*** Our Discovery of this Excellent Centre ***
I have had a few holidays in the Peak District, but despite the Chestnut Centre being well advertised in the area, I was in no hurry to visit it. This is because when I had seen otters in captivity before, in various locations, they were only active briefly at feeding time and their enclosures stank of fish.
Then Morrisons gave us some Buy One Get One Free vouchers for days out, as a reward for shopping there, so me and hubby decided we would use one at the Chestnut Centre.
We were pleasantly surprised at the lovely time we had there!
*** The Estate and Wildlife ***
The Chestnut Centre is in an area of outstandingly beautiful countryside which is specially protected so that wild creatures and plants can live in safety. Sadly the picturesque hilly landscape that the centre ...
Advantages: Wild and wonderful Disadvantages: Far from the beaten track
Gavin Maxwell, author of ?Ring of Bright Water?, and of course ?The Otter?s Tale?, died in September 1969. Eighteen months earlier, his house, which he called Camusfearna, and had been home to the writer and his otters for so long, was destroyed by fire. Now, more than three decades later, the Bright Water landscape has dramatically altered.
I sought out the real-life location of Maxwell?s home, with the help of an OS map and a pair of well-worn boots. Herewith my rambling thoughts.
Someone who cared had placed a bunch of wild bluebells on Edal?s memorial plaque. They were wilting now, in the midday summer sun. But they had lost none of their poignancy.
The old rowan tree, too, has died. But it still stands, stark and lifeless against the black-green of the encroaching conifer plantation.
Scrambling down the precarious ...
Advantages: engages your kids for hours Disadvantages: engages your kids for hours
The Otter's Adventure is an interactive CD game for the PC by Softkey International. Softkey produce a lot of cheap CD software for the PC which you will find in your local supermarket, and some of it is seriously pants. This one however, is a winner with the kids.
You get to perform experiments, play games, explore different environments and all whilst enjoying the privilege of being pestered by a cartoon otter, Ozzie, with an irritating American accent.
The main thrust of the software is to teach kids about ecology and the environment, which it does in quite a responsible way without losing their interest.
This is one you can happily leave them playing with at the PC (although I'm not sure its a substitute for spending quality time with your children). It seems to appeal across a wide range of ages, to.
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TARKA THE OTTER, based on the Henry Williamson book, is the classic story of one otter's life in the English countryside. Tarka must use his animal instincts to outwit not only man but man's best friend. Peter Ustinov narrates this much-loved tale.
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Production Year: 1970 - Family - Original Language: English - Classification: Parental Guidance - Starring: Ed Bishop, Gabrielle Drake, George Sewell, Grant Taylor, Michael Billington, Vladek Sheybal, George Cole, Peter Gordeno, Harry Baird
