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The Navigator

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In Cumbria, England, in the year 1348, a village prepares for the dreadful onslaught of the Black Plague. Their only hope comes from an unlikely source -- Griffin (Hamish McFarlane), a boy who envisions salvation by journeying on a quest into another world. With his brother (Bruce Lyons) and four companions, Griffin leads them into a time portal to the 20th century. Suddenly, they find themselves in New Zealand in 1988, facing challenges even more frightening than the world they know.

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Grant Watson Fiction Machine 07/31/2020
8/10
Those who favour good stories told well may be unsatisfied. Those who luxuriate in tone and aesthetic will feel more rewarded. Go to Full Review Hilary Mantel The Spectator 04/09/2019
It's uneven but certainly original. Go to Full Review Rob Aldam Backseat Mafia 10/31/2018
Vincent Ward begins to expand on familiar themes of faith, devotion, sacrifice and prophesy. Go to Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com 10/16/2005
2/5
Dragan Antulov rec.arts.movies.reviews 02/10/2003
6/10
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice 01/15/2002
An astonishingly effective New Zealand film about dreams, death, community, and the mystical dimensions of the human heart. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Matthew S May 23 A work of art and genius. A must see. See more Travis B Apr 22 Now that blockbuster is out of business i dont thing this happens often but this movie is 100% not Disney's flight of the navigator See more Fiona A 11/30/2024 The story, cinematography and music combine to create a stunning, strange and beautifully haunting film. See more g j 03/23/2024 Really original ideas with some cool moments, but ultimately muddled and scattered. It doesn't help that the main character is quite annoying and shouts all the time. See more Carlos P 03/02/2023 it's quite unique, prepare to be immersed into a different world, a movie you don't get it... but yet for sure you know you'll finish it.... and the end is Awesome too.. is the movie to watch with friends and to end up talking about it and trying to find the meaning. I saw it 15 years ago, and now it was time to watch it again, YOU can also watch it again and enjoy it. See more 06/27/2020 Highly original and engaging film! See more Read all reviews
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Vincent Ward

Director

Bruce Lyons

Connor

Chris Haywood

Arno

Hamish McFarlane

Griffin

Marshall Napier

Searle

Noel Appleby

Ulf

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Synopsis In Cumbria, England, in the year 1348, a village prepares for the dreadful onslaught of the Black Plague. Their only hope comes from an unlikely source -- Griffin (Hamish McFarlane), a boy who envisions salvation by journeying on a quest into another world. With his brother (Bruce Lyons) and four companions, Griffin leads them into a time portal to the 20th century. Suddenly, they find themselves in New Zealand in 1988, facing challenges even more frightening than the world they know.
Director
Vincent Ward
Production Co
The Australian Film Commission, Arenafilm
Rating
PG
Genre
Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 22, 2019
Runtime
1h 32m
Sound Mix
Surround
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