The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep

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When a lonely young boy named Angus discovers a large, mysterious egg along the shores of Loch Ness, no one is prepared for what lies within. He soon discovers that the strange, mischievous hatchling inside is none other than The Water Horse, the loch's most mysterious and fabled creature! But ... with the Water Horse growing ten times its size every day, Angus finds it increasingly difficult to keep his new friend a secret. Two-time Academy Award(r) nominee Emily Watson (1998, Hilary and Jackie; 1996 Breaking the Waves), Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin (The Thin Red Line), David Morrissey (The Reaping) and Brian Cox (Running with Scissors) star in this heart warming tale from director Jay Russell (Tuck Everlasting) and written by Robert Nelson Jacobs (Flushed Away).
  • Starring: Bruce Allpress, Eddie Campbell
  • Directed by: Jay Russell
  • Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes
  • Release year: 2007
  • Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
 
  
 
 

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Synopsis: When a lonely young boy named Angus discovers a large, mysterious egg along the shores of Loch Ness, no one is prepared for what lies within. He soon discovers that the strange, mischievous hatchling inside is none other than The Water Horse, the loch's most mysterious and fabled creature! But with the Water Horse growing ten times its size every day, Angus finds it increasingly difficult to keep his new friend a secret. Two-time Academy Award(r) nominee Emily Watson (1998, Hilary and Jackie; 1996 Breaking the Waves), Alex Etel, Ben Chaplin (The Thin Red Line), David Morrissey (The Reaping) and Brian Cox (Running with Scissors) star in this heart warming tale from director Jay Russell (Tuck Everlasting) and written by Robert Nelson Jacobs (Flushed Away).
Starring: Bruce Allpress, Eddie Campbell
Supporting actors: Ben Chaplin, Peter Corrigan, Brian Cox, Carl Dixon, Alex Etel, Nathan Christopher Haase, Craig Hall, Ian Harcourt, Rex Hurst, Bill Johnson, Megan Katherine, Elliot Lawless, Lorraine McDonald, David Morrissey, Marshall Napier, Edward Newborn, Louis Owen Collins, Phil Peleton, William Russell, Erroll Shand
Directed by: Jay Russell
Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Runtime: 1 hour 53 minutes
Release year: 2007
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
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MPAA Rating: Rated PG for some action/peril, mild language and brief smoking
ASIN: B0015KLHKQ
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The Water Horse DVD ~ Alex Etel

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Theatrical Release Information
  • US Theatrical Release Date: December 25, 2007
  • MPAA: Rated PG for some action/peril, mild language and brief smoking
  • Production Company: Revolution Studios, Walden Media, Beacon Pictures, Ecosse Films
  • USA Box Office: $ 40 Million
  • Worldwide Box Office: $ 62 Million
  • Filming Locations: Ardkinglas House, Cairndow, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK | Camperdown Studios, Camperdown Road, Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand | Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand | New Zealand | Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand | Scotland, UK | Stone Street Studios, Stone Street, Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand | Wellington, New Zealand
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Take ME for a Ride!, March 12, 2008
This review is from: The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep (Two-Disc Special Edition) (DVD)
I just saw this film with my husband and 10 ½ year old daughter...excuse me, she says 10 ¾. The Water Horse was thoroughly enjoyed by all. It is a treat for the entire family, sparking the imagination of young and old alike.

A near-tear jerker, set in WWII, on the banks of (we find out later) Loch Ness, this is a whimsical story of healing, full of adventure, laughter, friendship, and love. The beginning is filled with an appropriate amount of tension, drawing the audience immediately into the tale. As the story unfolds, we learn a little about Scottish folklore, a little about WWII behind the Allied front (way, way behind), and a lot about a young boy, who conquers his worst fears, helped by the love of his unique best friend. In the end, they save each other.

The cinematography is simply breathtaking. The location, the lighting, and the camera angles all work together to immerse the viewer in a rural Scottish village of the time. The starkness of the loch and the beauty of the rugged land create a perfect setting for this film.

I have no idea how the creature was created. I assume CGI. But let me tell you, it really did look like the animal was swimming in a bathtub full of water - splashes, slop, and all. I completely believed it. Near the end of the film, I found myself yelling at the characters to save Crusoe...to the high amusement of my family.

I highly recommend this film for children of all ages. You will not be disappointed.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and sweet movie., October 4, 2008
This review is from: The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep (Two-Disc Special Edition) (DVD)
This movie is very refreshing with its focus on the friendship between a young boy and his newly discovered pet, none other than a waterhorse of Celtic lore. The tenderness between the two is touching and people of all ages will enjoy it. The movie is very well done. And appropriate for all ages.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars IT'S GOOD MOVIE!!!, April 17, 2008
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This review is from: The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep (Amazon Instant Video)
THIS MOVIE IS GOOD, IT'S FANTASY AND INTERESTING. THIS MOVIE INTERESTS FOR CHILDREN. THIS MOVIE WAS GOOD SCRIPT AND NICE STORY. THIS MOVIE WAS KEEPING EYES OPEN FOR CHILDREN. EVERYONE ENJOYS THIS MOVIE.
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