My Family and Other Animals

My Family and Other Animals (2005) tells the story of the Durrell family, Lawrence Durrell (Matthew Goode), Leslie Durrell (Russell Tovey), Margaret Durrell (Tamzin Merchant) and Gerald Durrell (Eugene Simon), as well as their mother Louisa Durrell (Imelda Staunton), as they spend five years (1935-1939) on the Greek island of Corfu. The family reside in a series of villas, and spend their time indulging in their varying interests. Gerald develops his passion for wildlife, his mother spends her time cooking and worrying about everyone else; Larry writes and annoys the entire family with high-brow guests and unhelpful suggestions; Leslie develops his passion for ballistics and sailing, whilst Margo sunbathes and enchants the local young men.