Mr. Forbush and the Penguins (1971)
Life for Richard Forbush, brilliant biology student and conceited philanderer, is one long round of eat, drink and be merry. But his decision to accept a six-month research post in the Antarctic, making the first detailed study of a penguin colony, changes all that... Living in Shackleton’s derelict hut, Forbush is alone at the frozen edge of the world, his only links to civilisation a two-way radio and letters to his elusive, would-be girlfriend, Tara, in London. Through an often ferocious winter in the company of the penguins, he grows increasingly attached to his hardy, endearing subjects – learning profound lessons in endurance and humility.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Alfred Viola
- Roy Boulting
- Arne Sucksdorff
Writing:
- Anthony Shaffer
- Graham Billing
Stars:
Release Date: 1971-07-29
5.5/10
5.5/10
- Country: GB
- Language: English
- Runtime: 101
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Richard Forbush
Tara St. John Luke
Starshot
George Dewport
Mr. Forbush Sr.
Mrs. Forbush
Head of Board
Fanny
Tringham
Jackie
Food Store Assistant
Ahaz Khan
Policewoman
Mrs. Forbush
