An emotionally challenged young man named Bobby runs away from home in order to escape his abusive stepfather who has killed his pets. He meets an old man, Mr. Summers, who spends his time traveling and giving burials to animals that have been killed by cars. Bobby, also having an affinity for animals, becomes friends with the old man and aids him in his task.

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Cast

John Hurt

Mr. Summers

Christian Bale

Bobby Platt

Daniel Benzali

Bernard 'The Fat' De Winter

James Faulkner

Mr. Stuart Whiteside