My Family and Other Animals (2005 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 90 min | Comedy, Drama
Director: Sheree Folkson
Stars: Eugene Simon, Imelda Staunton, Chris Langham,Omid Djalili
The film My Family and Other Animals, is based on the autobiographical book of the same title written by Gerald Durrell, tells the story of the Durrell family, Lawrence Durrell, Leslie Durrell, Margaret Durrell and Gerald Durrell, as well as their mother Louisa Durrell, as they spend five years (1935–1939) on the Greek island of Corfu. The family reside in a series of villas, and spend their time indulging in their varying interests. Gerald develops his passion for wildlife, his mother spends her time cooking and worrying about everyone else; Larry writes and annoys the entire family with high-brow guests and unhelpful suggestions; Leslie develops his passion for ballistics and sailing, whilst Margo sunbathes and enchants the local young men.