Bayo

This is an NFB film about a ten year old boy, named Bayo, who lives with his mother in Tickle Cove, Newfoundland. Tired of the small fishing town, his mother decides to leave for Toronto, however Bayo does not want to go. At this time, Bayo's grandfather, who's been away for many years, arrives in the town, and the two become friends, despite his mother's wishes. This is a simple film based on the novel, "Lightly" by Chipman Hall, but it is thoroughly enjoyable. The music in the background, written by Loreena McKennit is great, and Cedric Smith, who plays the somewhat sly, Squid, is fun to watch. At the end, while the credits are rolling, a man and a lady are singing "Carrickfergus" and I believe it is Loreena McKennit and Cedric Smith who are doing the singing. This is one of the better NFB films, and if you are a fan of them, you should not miss this one.