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Woof! is a British children's television series produced by Central Independent Television about the adventures of a boy who shapeshifts into a dog. It was based on the book by Allan Ahlberg. It was directed by David Cobham. It was written by Richard Fegen and Andrew Norriss.
Woof!

British children's drama series about a young boy who could stop time with a magical pocket watch.
Bernard's Watch

A monthly series of highly personal documentary films in which individuals are given a platform to discuss issues close to their heart.
One Pair of Eyes

Seal Morning is a 1986 British drama serial developed by Rosemary Anne Sisson for ITV. In 1930s England, the lives of orphaned young Rowena and her aunt Miriam are changed by raising an abandoned seal pup, Laura, attracting the attention of naturalist Dr Bernard Lacey.
Seal Morning

The three brothers Robin, John and Harold spend their vacations in 1925 on the country estate of their aunt Ellen. But instead of fun and games, the young men are expected to be extremely disciplined. And it gets worse: Harold falls ill and his brothers are to be quarantined. That's enough for the young adventurers! So they escape and hide in the forest. This is the beginning of a life they have always dreamed of. But it is not as easy as they had imagined. So the boys have to find shelter in a hollow tree trunk, their aunt worries and, on the advice of the vicar, calls in the police in the form of Sergeant Bunting. While the latter is searching, an unscrupulous journalist starts a hard-nosed hunt for Robin and John. The sergeant joins the hunt when Harold, who has fallen ill, also disappears...
Brendon Chase

Set in the English countryside of the 1920s - when otter hunting was still legal - this film follows the life of Tarka the Otter from his birth into adulthood. We witness his close shaves, and his struggle with a man who tries to keep our furry hero as a pet.
Tarka the Otter

A young girl escapes her loneliness by retreating to The Magical World of Another Time, which can only be reached by using your imagination.
The Secret World of Polly Flint
Made at the height of 'cold war' paranoia, this drama-documentary shows the work of the UK Warning and Monitoring Organisation, who's duties included the issuing of public warnings of any nuclear missile strike and the subsequent fallout.
The Hole In The Ground
Just when young paperboy Eric thought he'd been let off the leash for good, it started again… Humour and animal antics combine in this light-hearted video about the mad-cap adventures of Eric — the boy who suddenly changes into an adorable dog. From then on there's no telling what will happen!
Woof Again! Why Me?

A man travels by foot in the snow with his dog.
To Build a Fire
A typical day's work by a provincial policeman in Leicester.
British Policeman
In a dry unforgiving part of Australia, a man and his wife have set up home and live stock to make their living. Just when it seemed the drought and lack of finances were getting to be too much, things change: BP is looking for a suitable area to attempt the world land speed record.
Muloorina

Eric was a normal boy until he started turning into a dog! A stand-alone movie release from the British TV series, "Woof!"
A Boy Called Woof!
David Cobham's 1976 wildlife film observes peregrine falcons in their natural habitat and during falconry. The documentary showcases the birds' incredible hunting prowess and speed, along with the challenges of their survival. This fascinating look at the peregrine falcon includes historical context and conservation efforts.