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The Boy Who Loved Trolls

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The Boy Who Loved Trolls
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58min
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1984
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Synopsis: Matt Dill is The Boy Who Loved Trolls in this 55-minute TV fantasy. Convinced that trolls do indeed exist, Dill makes the acquaintance of one named Ofoeti (Sam Waterston) under a bridge. Alas, Ofoeti will die unless Dill agrees to remain with the troll for all time. Susan Anton and W.H. Macy also star in this engaging children's tale. The Boy Who Loved Trolls was first telecast October 29, 1984, as part of PBS' Wonderworks anthology. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
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The Boy Who Loved Trolls, one of the most charming non-FX laden children's fantasy films, proves that a film does not necessarily need a colossal budget and flashy gimmickry to captivate young minds. Journeyman helmer Harvey S. Laidman realized this small-screen adaptation of John Wheatcroft's stage play Ofoeti, via WQED Pittsburgh, as an episode of the first-rate Wonderworks series on PBS. With its ... Full Review
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