A lot of buzz led up to this movie’s release, and with good reason. It really gives you an appreciation of the magnificence and beauty of the horse. The story explores a bond that develops between a Thoroughbred and the young boy who understands how to connect with him.
A lot of buzz led up to this movie’s release, and with good reason. It really gives you an appreciation of the magnificence and beauty of the horse. The story explores a bond that develops between a Thoroughbred and the young boy who understands how to connect with him.
As LA Times movie critic Betsey Sharkey wrote, “The incredible emotive power of this horse and the way in which the filmmakers were able to translate it on-screen are what stay with you.”
I won’t give away the ending, but let’s just say that the bond the boy shares with his horse is a lasting one.
The best thing about horse people is that we love these animals across the board, no matter what the discipline. Even though this movie isn’t about racing, it shows us what horses will do for humans – things completely foreign and against their nature – and in exchange, we owe them the best possible care and love.
There are some great links out there right now because of this movie, and I’d like to share them with you.
First of all, the rest of Betsey Sharkey’s great review at the Los Angeles Times
Here’s a nice article from Thoroughbred Times about Finders Key, a retired racehorse who stars in the movie.
View this link to read the story of a real war horse – Sgt. Reckless of the 5th Marines
Finally, here’s a pro-horse flyer with a great quote from director Steven Spielburg
I hope you get a chance to see the movie, and I’d love to hear what you thought about it.
War Horse video trailer:
