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Old Tom
Old Tom is a mischievous stray cat, that loves getting into trouble. With his owner Angela, his best friend Lucy and Angela's snobby friend Lavinia in tow, can Old Tom manage to control his behavior or will his antics get him into more trouble?
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Plot Summary
An animated short film based on the children's book by Jackie French, 'Old Tom' tells the story of a scruffy, independent cat named Tom who lives with the elderly Mrs. Higgins. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when Mrs. Higgins decides Tom needs a friend, and adopts a pampered, yappy poodle named Fifi.
Critical Reception
Old Tom was generally well-received as a charming and humorous animated short, particularly for its faithful adaptation of the beloved children's book. It was praised for its appealing animation style and its gentle, humorous take on interspecies friendships.
What Reviewers Say
Delightful animation brings the popular book to life.
A humorous and heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship.
Appeals to both children and adults with its charming characters.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this short film is not readily available, but general audience reception tends to be positive, appreciating its family-friendly content and humor.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Short Animation at the 2004 Film Critics Circle of Australia Awards. It also won an AFI Award for Best Short Animation in 2002.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the award-winning 1997 children's book of the same name by Australian author Jackie French and illustrated by Kerry Argent.
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