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The Wonderful World of Disney: Flash (1997)
"Flash" is an engaging, exciting horse movie.
As a mature person of over 40, a horse-lover, owner, and rider, I highly recommend this movie not only to horse lovers but to anyone. The leading man, or boy, holds his own very well with both the acting and the riding. He is perfectly cast and his accent is excellent and very natural (I also live in the deep south).
This story of a boy who becomes homeless and rides his horse through several states to be reunited with his father seems unbelievable, but the film was inspired by a true story. And if I wasn't personally familiar with all types of horse owners I would say that the "evil" character was a shallow stereotype, but sadly, people like him exist all over the country.
The movie is well made, entertaining, very suspenseful, and quite heart-wrenching. I'm trying to find a copy to purchase because it's a movie I'd like to be able to watch over and over. It is suitable for all ages: a rare and precious gem, these days.
The Wonderful World of Disney: Flash (1997)
"Flash" is an engaging, exciting horse movie.
As a mature person of over 40, a horse-lover, owner, and rider, I highly recommend this movie not only to horse lovers but to anyone. The leading man, or boy, holds his own very well with both the acting and the riding. He is perfectly cast and his accent is excellent and very natural (I also live in the deep south).
This story of a boy who becomes homeless and rides his horse through several states to be reunited with his father seems unbelievable, but the film was inspired by a true story. And if I wasn't personally familiar with all types of horse owners I would say that the "evil" character was a shallow stereotype, but sadly, people like him exist all over the country.
The movie is well made, entertaining, very suspenseful, and quite heart-wrenching. I'm trying to find a copy to purchase because it's a movie I'd like to be able to watch over and over. It is suitable for all ages: a rare and precious gem, these days.
The Big Country (1958)
This is a refreshingly atypical western/drama/romance with a legendary musical score.
The Big Country has been one of my all time favorite movies for over 40 years. The story is unique, exciting, and unpredictable. The romance is a satisfying twist. Gregory Peck is perfectly cast as the Brains over Braun leading man. Other giants in the film are Charlton Heston, who pours his heart into an impressively acted supporting role; Chuck Connors, who gives a superb performance as a character that perfect contrasts to his later role in The Rifleman; and Burl Ives, who gives depth and startling believability to a tenacious villain. You'll be shocked and thrilled at his acting ability. All roles are ideally cast.
The plot, direction, acting, scenery, and character of this movie are all fantastic. And the music deserves special praise. You'll want the soundtrack and you'll want to turn the surround sound on LOUD! The themes are grand yet hummable and will echo through your days luring you back to a wide open country with an endless sky.
By the way, a certain salad dressing advertisement has stolen notes from the main theme. Hear the original!
U-571 (2000)
This is a WWII submarine action/suspense/drama.
I purchased this movie to send to my son-in-law who was, at the time, on combat duty in Iraq. Before shipping it, I watched it. In fact, I watched it three times. Action/suspense is not my favorite type of movie, so I was surprised at how much I enjoyed it. I thought the casting, direction, story line, screenplay, and acting were all very, very good. I found the plot complex enough that I picked up on new things and learned more about the Enigma recovery missions each time I saw the film. "The Hunt for Red October" is one of my all-time favorite films, and this is very nearly as well done, in my opinion. I recommend it highly to anyone who enjoys drama, especially stories about ordinary people who are capable of being trained to perform in challenging circumstances.