Mr. Horatio Knibbles

Brilliant for the little kids or even the big kids found it on dvd at vics rare films absolutely brilliant

Long before I actually saw this film my eye had been caught by a seriously weird still from it in 'The International Encyclopaedia of Film', of the eponymous Mr Knibbles escorting the heroine; and it's certainly one of the rummest productions ever made by the Children's Film Foundation.

Unusually told from the point of view of a girl (the charmingly buck-tooted Lesley Roach), already undeservedly blamed for kleptomania because of the antics of a local magpie, her imaginary friend (first seen stealthily stalking her through the undergrowth) is obviously based on 'Harvey', a dapper fellow in top hat and waistcoat invited to a children's party by squirrel mail; his reply is delivered within the hour by a pigeon, which would certainly come in handy given the current postal strike.

This film reminds me of Harvey,starring James Stewart,only not as good. Given the minimal budget it is not surprising that there is no attempt at special effects other than lap dissolves. Fairly average CFF film.

I have four children aged 19,17,11 and 8,who have grown up with the film Mr Horatio Knibbles,it has brought them all enjoyment over the years.(and also for me aswell)!!! It is easy for children to watch,it's funny and enchanting,the children all love the big giant rabbit,and the silly police officer..

Originally aimed at the very young but interesting to watch many years later. I don't wish to be unkind but was the girl who played Mary chosen due to her having teeth like a rabbit? No doubt very well enjoyed even now by the very young.