The penguin lessons

The penguin lessons

DVD - 2025

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.

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Subjects
Michell, Tom > Drama.
Michell, Tom > Travel > Argentina > Drama.
Juan Salvador > (Penguin) > Drama.
Penguins > Drama.
Wildlife rescue > Uruguay > Drama.
Human-animal relationships > Drama.
Teachers > Argentina > Drama.
English > Argentina > Drama.
Boarding schools > Drama.
Boys' schools > Drama.
Kidnapping > Drama.
Argentina > History > Coup d'état, 1976 > Drama.
Argentina > Politics and government > 1955-1983 > Drama.
Biographical films.
Animal films.
Comedy films.
Feature films.
Film adaptations.
Video recordings for the hearing impaired.
Genres
Biographical films
Animal films
Comedy films
Feature films
Film adaptations
Video recordings for the hearing impaired
Published
Culver City, California : Sony Pictures Home Entertainment [2025]
Language
English
French
Spanish
Corporate Authors
Aperture Media Partners, 42 (Firm), Nostromo Pictures (Firm)
Corporate Authors
Aperture Media Partners (production company), 42 (Firm), Nostromo Pictures (Firm)
Other Authors
Peter Cattaneo (film director), Jeff Pope (screenwriter), Ben (Film producer) Pugh (film producer), Rory Aitken (actor), Andy (Producer) Noble (-), Adrián Guerra, Robert Walak, Steve Coogan, Vivian El Jaber, Björn Gustafsson, Alfonsina Carrocio, David Herrero, Jonathan Pryce, Tom Michell
Item Description
Based on the book by Tom Michell.
Originally released as a motion picture in 2024.
Wide screen (1.85:1).
Special features: 5 behind-the-scenes featurettes; theatrical trailer.
Physical Description
1 videodisc (approximately 111 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in
Playing Time
01:51:00
Format
DVD; NTSC, region 1; widescreen (1.85:1); Dolby Digital 5.1.
Audience
MPA Rating: PG-13; for strong language, some sexual references and thematic elements.
Production Credits
Director of photography, Xavi Giménez ; production designer, Isona Rigau ; editors, Robin Peters, Tariq Anwar ; composer, Federico Jusid ; costume designer, Alberto Valcárcel.
ISBN
0043396646049
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