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Inspired by the character and early works of James Herriot, the much loved English veterinary surgeon and author of the bestselling works All Creatures Great and Small , Young James Herriot finds James at the birth of his career in the 1930s, taking up his place at the Glasgow Veterinary College. From his first day as a young student, James suffers the pranks of his fellow students, makes new friends, and discovers that the lodging he had paid for doesn t exist. Thrust immediately into hard times, his newfound friends find him a room with them at the house of the eccentric Aunt Elspeth. James is confident and inspired but he soon discovers that a good deal more than confidence and inspiration are needed to assess the physical health of animals and, in some cases, the emotional health of his acquaintances. As he attempts to mend sick horses, ailing sheep and a kennel of purebred dogs, he soon discovers that life and medicine is much more complicated than he first thought; and that passion no matter how well-intentioned can be a very deceptive guide
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), English ( Subtitles ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: 2-DVD Set, Biographies, Filmographies, Interactive Menu, Making Of, Photo Gallery, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: Inspired by the character and early works of James Herriot, the much loved English veterinary surgeon and author of the bestselling works 'All Creatures Great and Small', Young James Herriot finds James at the birth of his career in the 1930s, taking up his place at the Glasgow Veterinary College. From his first day as a young student, James suffers the pranks of his associates, makes new friends, and discovers that the lodging he had paid for doesn't exist. Thrust immediately into hard times, his newfound friends find him a room with them at the house of the eccentric Aunt Elspeth. James is confident and inspired - but he soon discovers that a good deal more than confidence and inspiration are needed to assess the physical health of animals and, in some cases, the emotional health of his acquaintances. As he attempts to mend sick horses, ailing sheep and a kennel of purebred dogs, he soon discovers that life and medicine is much more complicated than he first thought; and that passion - no matter how well-intentioned - can be a very deceptive guide. ...Young James Herriot - 2-DVD Set
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By T. P. Cannon
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There is a lot of 'Artistic Licence' in this, and it does not really attempt to present an accurate account of James Wight's (Herriot's) early years. But although many (perhaps most) of the events depicted are fictitious, it does create a picture of what those early years may have been like, and what life may have been like in the vetenary college. I recommend it for any Herriot fan, since the quality of acting and presentation is generally good and the stories related are very much in the same vein as the author's own works. Almost a five-star, but I feel some people might mistakenly take this as an historical record, rather than a fictional drama. It should be enjoyed for what it is, a fictional drama based loosely on what is known of James's early formative years as a student vet.
21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Chintan Nanavati
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This was such a guilty pleasure. I only bothered recording it, watching it and subjecting the family to it because of a faint memory of enjoying All Creatures Great and Small as a child. But, you know what? These three hours or so turned out to be absolutely engrossing and purely pleasurable! Despite this beautifully realized, 1930s-set mini-series proving to be the epitome of blandness, I think there was such quality in the acting - primarily, but by no means exclusively as there was a great ensemble cast, that of Iain de Caestecker (who was more than watchable in the antithesis of blandness that was The Fades!) as our eponymous hero - that we were left wishing many more episodes had been made!
In amidst the cosy, wide-eyed comedy was sprinkled a couple of interesting themes on the emancipation of women and the dark spectre of the rise of Fascism. But these were handled with such delicacy and decorum that there was no danger of frightening the horses. And, frankly, I don't see why either of these subjects can't be broached in lightweight dramedy of this sort. So far, this has been my favourite TV-viewing experience this Christmas. And it is perfect viewing for most ages. (Even the youngest and the most prudish would have difficulty in being shocked by the incredibly inexplicit scenes of a sexual nature!!)
In amidst the cosy, wide-eyed comedy was sprinkled a couple of interesting themes on the emancipation of women and the dark spectre of the rise of Fascism. But these were handled with such delicacy and decorum that there was no danger of frightening the horses. And, frankly, I don't see why either of these subjects can't be broached in lightweight dramedy of this sort. So far, this has been my favourite TV-viewing experience this Christmas. And it is perfect viewing for most ages. (Even the youngest and the most prudish would have difficulty in being shocked by the incredibly inexplicit scenes of a sexual nature!!)
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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My first thought was: if Alf Wight (the real James Herriot) had wanted us to know about his time at college in Glasgow then he would have written the book!
The experienced cast, along with the mostly excellent sets and costumes, keep the story interesting enough to watch all 3 episodes but it's far too dark and dreary all the way through. Thank goodness for Macaloon who did try and liven things up as a sort of "early Tristan" type. Without him this would not have worked at all, he saved the day!
The sheep with the overdose story came straight out of an almost identical one in "All Creatures Great and Small", I think they may have changed the animal here.
There are glimpses of the older James in the younger college man but too few to be significant to the series. The story has been well researched for 1930's Glasgow and there's a fair bit of drama to keep the viewer watching to the end but it lacks that all-important WOW! factor. There might be another 3 episodes mini-series to round this off but for me that would be the absolute limit. Unfortunately it seems that life at Vet College was rather too staid and boring and maybe that's why the Herriot books began when Alf Wight moved to Yorkshire?
An interesting idea to film the young James at college in Glasgow but not a DVD to watch more than once.
The experienced cast, along with the mostly excellent sets and costumes, keep the story interesting enough to watch all 3 episodes but it's far too dark and dreary all the way through. Thank goodness for Macaloon who did try and liven things up as a sort of "early Tristan" type. Without him this would not have worked at all, he saved the day!
The sheep with the overdose story came straight out of an almost identical one in "All Creatures Great and Small", I think they may have changed the animal here.
There are glimpses of the older James in the younger college man but too few to be significant to the series. The story has been well researched for 1930's Glasgow and there's a fair bit of drama to keep the viewer watching to the end but it lacks that all-important WOW! factor. There might be another 3 episodes mini-series to round this off but for me that would be the absolute limit. Unfortunately it seems that life at Vet College was rather too staid and boring and maybe that's why the Herriot books began when Alf Wight moved to Yorkshire?
An interesting idea to film the young James at college in Glasgow but not a DVD to watch more than once.
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the TV series as shown by the BBC, great to be able to view them at anytime, excellent quality DVD's
Published 1 month ago by jennifer
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This was great. I wish they would make more in the series. My mom was a huge fan of the original, so I wish this came out before she died.
Published 1 month ago by Barry J. Fox
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young james herriot
we bought it as a birthday presant for our son . he is verry pleased with it. enyone who likes the herriot storys will like this.
Published 1 month ago by eileenbriggs
3.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
We watched both discs in one sitting , but were very disappointed . The stories were not well told and vacillated between animal friendly and human interest and to be honest we... Read more
Published 3 months ago by LYNNILOO
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Clean Entertainment
At last something you can watch with your mother, lol
Absolutely loved the series, wish there were more!
Fabulous acting too... especially wee Robbie Halliday
Absolutely loved the series, wish there were more!
Fabulous acting too... especially wee Robbie Halliday
Published 3 months ago by S Wilson
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Young James Herriot was a great series in the traditional BBC style. If you loved "Call the Midwife" I'm sure you'll enjoy this. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Janine Hardy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent drama
I just had to watch this, and was so hoping it wouldn't fall short. I so enjoyed the original series and have it all on DVD and watch it to this day. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Linda
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Excellent Series
I really enjoyed watching this series over the Christmas period. Yes, it is filmed differently to the 1970's/80's series, but that is just how TV has changed since then. Read more
Published 17 months ago by emimar
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At times grate and not all things great
This mini-series is a tad disappointing especially so in light of its excellent predecessor "All Creatures great and small", which I enjoyed viewing so much when it was first... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Patrick Mullane
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