Review of The Amazing Mr. Blunden (1972) by Private U — 23 Nov 2007

I saw this in my childhood and it gripped my imagination completely. Its haunting and moving.

This review of The Amazing Mr. Blunden (1972) was written by Private U on 23 Nov 2007.

The Amazing Mr. Blunden has generally received positive reviews.

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By Karsh D (1,216) on 30 May 2013

A slightly dull ghost story as two children are helped by 2 child ghosts to find an answer into how and why the children died 100 years previously…

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By James C (2,975) on 28 Jul 2009

An absolute classic. Enjoyed this film as a child and still do today. Great performances. Especially from Diana Dors. Magical…

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By Jarryd R (168) on 16 Jan 2007

Best in Show: Lynne Frederick (RIP) One for the future: n/a Stand-out scene: House fire Brainer or no-brainer: No brainer Stands up to one…

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By Jess B (231) on 30 Apr 2008

An amazing family classic film... loved all of it, although parts were quite scary…

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(55%) A better than most period set family horror that gets by because it well made, watchable, and above all else: simple entertainment…

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By Lynda K (6) on 13 Oct 2007

Went to see this with the school aged around 7......and I've watched it loads since. An awesome story and great performances from all…

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By Robert L (1,060) on 31 Mar 2007

Old but very good family film…

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By Chris R (1,477) on 26 Jan 2008

This film is amazing sadly it cannot be found anywhere on DVD, Laurence Naismith is superb in this as is Diana Dors…

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By Lucy F (46) on 12 Oct 2007

Loved this as a child and even now I cant quite get my head around 2 different Blundens but its still amazing after all these years…

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By Bill T (1,098) on 29 Dec 2011

Children's tale that just takes FOREVER to get going, my god, but then it gives an interesting plot swerve, but then goes off into mediocrity…

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