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Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story

  • 2024
  • 1h 17m
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8.0/10
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Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story (2024)
A man forms an unlikely friendship with a wild otter while living in the remote Shetland Islands
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A man forms an unlikely friendship with a wild otter while living in the remote Shetland IslandsA man forms an unlikely friendship with a wild otter while living in the remote Shetland IslandsA man forms an unlikely friendship with a wild otter while living in the remote Shetland Islands

  • Director
    • Charlie Hamilton-James
  • Writer
    • Charlie Hamilton-James
  • Stars
    • Billy Mail
    • Susan Mail
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    2.3K
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    • Director
      • Charlie Hamilton-James
    • Writer
      • Charlie Hamilton-James
    • Stars
      • Billy Mail
      • Susan Mail
    • 25User reviews
    • 9Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 1 BAFTA Award
      • 2 wins & 11 nominations total

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    10keller-20652

    A wonderful, emotional and somewhat philosophical film

    A mind craft of directing, underwater photography and a drone, in bright colors like Shetland has never seen before. Also the humans in the movie Billy and his wife, who are both also the narrators in the background of the events, with philosophical thoughts about life, love, the connection to the OTTER, Billy's devotion and tenderness, as that he never had children, heartwarming and heartbreaking in equal measure. This film deserves more nominations and exposure. Get the tissues ready. I personally empathized with Billy and his feeling of jealousy when Molly moved away from his grasp to hook up with a male OTTER. That's exactly how I felt with my cat, who disappeared for two days and broke my heart, until he came home.
    10dsuda-73903

    A delightful story!

    What a wonderful story this was, I'm so glad I ran across this. Absolutely something that you can watch with your kids.

    This heartwarming story will take you on a journey of a lost otter, who finds a new friend. This was so wonderfully done, part documentary, and part story. No surprises, no ugliness, just pure joy.

    If this is what National Geographic looks like on Disney, I love it. I'm hoping that there's more stories like this that can come to light.

    Through the process, you also learn a bit about otters and realize that we should be soaking in the beauty of nature around us. Probably something that we forget, quite often given our hectic daily lives.
    8markthepig-94874

    Billy & Molly: A Heartwarming Tale of Otter Love

    Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story is a beautifully crafted film that captures the essence of love, loss, and the enduring bond between two creatures.

    The cinematography is breathtaking, with slow-motion shots that showcase the serene beauty of their natural surroundings. The film's visuals are a feast for the eyes.

    The story is both heartwarming and poignant, exploring themes of love, loss, and the importance of letting go. It serves as a reminder that all animals are beings deserving of our respect and compassion. We need to treat all creatures with kindness and understanding, regardless of their species.

    Overall, Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story is a beautifully shot and emotionally resonant film that will leave a lasting impression. It's a must-watch for animal lovers and those seeking a heartwarming tale of love and loss.
    10mdennis-64490

    Amazing 10/10! Best Wildlife Documentary of 2024.

    Absolutely brilliant film, it had everything, warmth, tears, laughter and heart loving joy.

    From National Geographic and Silverback Films, Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story is a heart-warming story of love between a wild otter and a man set in the remote Scottish islands of Shetland.

    The documentary follows Billy, a salt-of-the-earth philosopher and Molly, a half-drowned, starving young female otter that Billy stumbles on one rainy evening in the Scottish subarctic. From there, an unlikely relationship begins that eventually saves them both.

    The storyline with the wild & rough Shetland landscape and breathtaking wildlife cinematography, 'Billy & Molly' is one of the best wildlife films of 2024.

    Amazing 10/10!
    8abirzenith

    I never expected to care this much about an Otter!

    I have been an animal lover all my life, so when I saw the title I was immediately drawn to it. However, I was not expecting to be hit as hard as I was through this documentary.

    I have had many interactions with animals in my life, as someone who has worked as a rescuer for cats and dogs. So I could understand right away what Billy felt, even though he did not have the right training or knowledge, I KNEW what he felt right away. I could relate to the love, the dread that comes with loving an animal. Caring for it. Your life starts revolving around it. The documentary showcases the relationship between them masterfully.

    The cross between how you take care of a wild animal, and how much help you should really give them is a very complex question. This becomes a very important topic in the documentary as it goes on and in my opinion is a natural evolution any animal lover should have towards a semi-wild animal like this.

    Give it a watch, it is adorable, emotional and lovely.

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    • Release date
      • May 6, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Billy ve Molly: Bambaşka Bir Sevginin Hikayesi
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      • National Geographic
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      • 1h 17m(77 min)
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