DVD
My boy Jack [videorecording] / executive producers, Rebecca Eaton, James Flynn, Morgan O'Sullivan ; writer, David Haig ; producers, Michael Casey, Douglas Rae ; director, Brian Kirk ; a co-production of Ingenious Broadcasting in association with Octagon Films with the participation of Bord Scannán na hÉireann/Irish Film Board ; in association with Granada International ; an Ecosse Films and WGBH/Boston production.
It's 1914 and the British Empire's greatest supporter, Rudyard Kipling, is at the peak of his literary fame. Kipling's son, Jack, is determined to play his part in the imminent war with Germany but finds himself rejected due to his poor eyesight. Kipling uses his influence to land Jack a commission in the Irish Guards. Kipling's wife, Caroline, is bitterly upset, failing to see the glory in losing her only son to the war. How will the great writer, torn between his two greatest passions--devotion to King and Country and love for his family--justify the consequences of his actions to himself and his wife?
Record details
- ISBN: 1419865773
- ISBN: 9781419865770
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (approximately 120 min.) : DVD video, sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
- Publisher: [London] : BBC Video, [2008]
- Distributor: [London] : BBC Worldwide Americas, [2008]
- Copyright: ©2008
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Based on the stage play by David Haig. Special features: Deleted scenes; Interviews (with Daniel Radcliffe, David Haig, and Kim Cattrall). |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Special features: Widescreen version -- Interview with Daniel Radcliffe, David Haig and Kim Catrall -- Deleted scenes -- Language: Englishstereo -- Subtitles: English. |
| Creation/Production Credits Note: | Costume designer, Lorna Marie Mugan ; music by Adrian Johnston ; production designer, Dave Arrowsmith ; editor, Tim Murrell ; cinematographer, David Odd. |
| Participant or Performer Note: | David Haig, Daniel Radcliffe, Carey Mulligan, Julian Wadham, Martin McCann, Kim Cattrall. |
| Date/Time and Place of an Event Note: | Originally broadcast as a made-for-TV movie in 2007. |
| System Details Note: | DVD, region 1, widescreen (16:9 enhanced) presentation; Dolby Digital stereo., DVD9, NTSC. |
| Language Note: | English subtitles for the deaf and hearing impaired. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 > Family > Drama. Kipling, John, 1897-1915 > Drama. Fathers and sons > Drama. World War, 1914-1918 > Drama. World War, 1914-1918 > Casualties > Drama. |
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harney County Library | DVD MY (Text) | 37720000625202 | Video | Available | - |
Summary:
It's 1914 and the British Empire's greatest supporter, Rudyard Kipling, is at the peak of his literary fame. Kipling's son, Jack, is determined to play his part in the imminent war with Germany but finds himself rejected due to his poor eyesight. Kipling uses his influence to land Jack a commission in the Irish Guards. Kipling's wife, Caroline, is bitterly upset, failing to see the glory in losing her only son to the war. How will the great writer, torn between his two greatest passions--devotion to King and Country and love for his family--justify the consequences of his actions to himself and his wife?
