Our Young Mr. Wignall
Our Young Mr. Wignall

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Our Young Mr. Wignall

1976
Movie
52 min
English

Young Mr. Wignall is on a business trip to northern England. He is keen to pull some local girls while there. His unassuming boss, meanwhile, has organised his calendar to meet with a different lady each day he is there.

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Director: N/AGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

This is a fictionalized account of the life of the Reverend William Wignall, a pioneering Methodist minister in the early days of Western Australia. The story focuses on his struggles and triumphs as he works to establish his ministry and bring spiritual guidance to the remote settlers. It highlights the challenges of frontier life and the importance of faith in overcoming adversity.

Critical Reception

Information regarding critical reception and audience ratings for 'Our Young Mr. Wignall' is extremely limited due to its niche nature and likely regional distribution. It is generally considered a significant, albeit obscure, historical drama for Western Australia, often viewed through the lens of its religious and historical context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often praised for its historical depiction of early Western Australia.

  • Appreciated by those interested in religious history and pioneering stories.

  • Lacks widespread critical discussion due to limited availability.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but where available, they often mention its value as a historical document of faith and settlement in early Australia.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the life of Reverend William Wignall, a notable figure in the early Methodist Church in Western Australia, and was produced with a focus on historical accuracy regarding the period.

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