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The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill But Came Down a Mountain.

Christopher Monger · Comedy / Drama · 1995

"The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill But Came Down a Mountain," directed by Christopher Monger, is a charming and whimsical film set against the breathtaking backdrop of Wales, United Kingdom. The story follows two English cartographers, played by Hugh Grant and Ian McNeice, who visit the Welsh village of Ffynnon Garw during World War I to measure what the locals proudly claim to be Wales' first mountain. When the hill fails to meet the criteria, the determined villagers, led by a charismatic Morgan the Goat (Colm Meaney), unite in an endearing and humorous effort to raise its height. This heartwarming tale not only highlights the picturesque beauty and unique culture of Wales but also underscores themes of community spirit, pride, and the lengths to which people will go to preserve their heritage and identity.

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