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John Flynn
Name: John Flynn
Position At Disney: Senior VP, Worldwide Business Development and New Technology
Children: Haley (9), Alison (6)
Hobbies: Rare Books, Fishing, Golf, Skiing
Interests: Art, family history, classic movies
Favorite Disney Movie: Mary Poppins
Self-Description: Easy-going, love to laugh and tell a good joke
John's Reviews: Toby Tyler Follow Me, Boys! Enchanted Iron Will Little House On The Prairie A Tiger Walks Treasure Planet Yellowstone Cubs
by John Flynn

Follow Me, Boys!

follow me boys

What's the recipe for a great classic Disney movie? Take a few of Hollywood's biggest stars, Fred MacMurray, Vera Miles and Kurt Russell, add a dash of the good ol' days, your classic "bad guy," plus some great music, and you have Disney family entertainment at its nostalgic best. Follow Me, Boys! (1966) has all the ingredients to make it not just a good movie, but also a great one.

Based on the book, "God And My Country," the story follows Lem Siddons (MacMurray) - a jazz musician who's spent one too many years on the road. He decides to settle down in the small town of Hickory. He soon finds the boys there have little to do but cause mischief. That's when Lem steps up to start the town's first scout troop. What follows is a story that's comical, thoughtful and very touching.

Follow Me, Boys! - Movie Reviews from Disney Dads The film deals with some difficult topics as well. A young Kurt Russell stars as Whitey, a small town thug who has to contend with his father's alcoholism. Russell's brilliant performance makes it clear that he has a big acting career ahead of him.

A wonderful, final scene reminiscent of White Christmas (another one of my favorites!) is sure to bring a tear to your eye. Don't be surprised if you find yourself singing the movie's infectious theme song, too.

I'm so sure you and your family will love this film that I give it my personal guarantee. Watch it, love it, or your money back (see details). Follow Me, Boys! will soon be one of your all-time favorites as well.

— John Flynn

G: General Audiences G
Rated G.
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