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Captain Johnno

An unlikely friendship blossoms between a deaf young person and a seasoned Italian fisherman, as they find common ground and serenity by the ocean.

A young deaf boy, nicknamed Captain Johnno, forms a strong bond with Tony, a local Italian fisherman, in their small Australian coastal town. Both outcasts, they find solace in their shared passion for the sea. When Johnno's sister leaves for boarding school, he becomes distraught and flees to a secluded island, causing concern among the townspeople and his family. Tony helps Johnno realize how deeply loved and missed he is.

Info about Captain Johnno

Studio(s): The Australian Children's Television Foundation, Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Originally Released: United States, Apr 17, 1988

Production Country: Australia

Genres:Drama, Family