The Film: Wombling Spree
Based on: The Wombles, created by Elizabeth Beresford and the 1973 BBC TV show by Ivor Wood.
Pushing the idea of recycling long before it was trendy, these velvety creatures had rambling, enjoyable adventures usually focused around their Wimbledon Common lair.
They also went on to enjoy cult status as a musical act. No, honest...
Tagline: “Making good use of the things that they… kill!”
Starring: Mark Wahlberg as Jack
Synopsis: For years, the Wombles of Wimbledon Common have been an urban myth – weird creatures that hunt in the dark and leave nothing behind.
Little Jack Beresford was just four when his mother was taken, and now, all grown up, he swears revenge. But the creatures have gone public, and are now beloved children’s icons, preaching an environmental message.
Yet are they as innocent as they seem? Jack sets out to prove otherwise, and discovers the true horror that lies in a newspaper and entrail-covered lair…
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Joliet68
Jun 1st 2009, 14:41
Funnily enough, this has already been turned into a stage show by, of all people, Joe Pasquale. It's actually very good. http://www.bbc.co.uk/bristol/content/articles/2006/03/01/rentaghost_feature.shtml
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evs75
Jun 1st 2009, 16:55
I'm sure a few years ago that Mr. Benn was being touted around as starring John Hannah in the lead and Ben Kingsley as the shopkeeper. Whereas I don't really think John Hannah is a big enough name, still wouldn't wanna see a Yank like Carrell nab the role...keep Benn British!!!
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