- Format:
- DVD Fullscreen
- Region:
- 1 - More Details
- Run time:
- About 1 1/2 hrs.
- Number of Discs:
- 1
Follow the tough times
and triumphs of lovable Tom Brown, a privileged student
at the famous upper-class Victorian boarding school, Rugby. Stephen Fry
(Wilde, Gosford Park), Jemma Redgrave (Howard?s End, Bramwell) and Alex
Pettyfer (Stormbreaker) star in this classic tale of a young boy?s courage
in the face of vicious bullying. Tom Brown transforms himself from a
timid, homesick boy to a courageous student as he learns to confront his
fears, stand up for his friends, and hurdle the obstacles of adolescence.
Through defi ning relationships with notorious bully Flashman (Joseph
Beattie, Malice Aforethought) and forward-thinking headmaster Dr.
Thomas Arnold (Fry), this faithful adaptation of Thomas Hughes? novel
explores the timeless themes of adolescence, education, class hierarchy and
eventually death. As seen on BBC America. ?An outstanding family viewing
experience!??The Hollywood Reporter.