Black Stallion

Pros: Good story; great for the entire family; beautiful cinematography; horse-lovers will really enjoy it!
Cons: none

This could be my favorite movie--at least one of my longest loved movies. I watched The Black Stallion for the first time when I was about 8 years old, and have loved it ever since. As a child, I loved anything to do with horses, and later ...

Pros: Superb direction and acting, beautiful story
Cons: None

"The Black Stallion" is a splendid adaptation of one of my favorite books. As a child I was nuts for horses and read Walter Farley's book over and over. It makes an equally fine family movie, filled with lovely scenery and lacking any violence...

Pros: sweet story, gorgeous horse, artistically presented
Cons: I don't care for Mickey Rooney

The Black Stallion is one of my all time favorite films. I have never even read the book series by Walter Farley which is quite extensive. The Black Stallion is a classic, made in 1979 and the screenplay was written by Harrison Ford's wife, Melissa...

Pros: A genuine family film that everyone can enjoy according to his or her level of understanding
Cons: --

The book upon which this is based is classic, so I won't have to detail the plot for the reader. But this is one of those rare G-rated films - like Babe - that is truly a family-oriented film.

Most of the time, when that phrase is used, a...

Pros: Beautifully done
Cons: A bit slow, little dialog

This classic film has always been one of my favorites. The well-known plot of horse saves boy, boy saves horse, boy tames horse, is not the most beleiveable situation, but it works well and is the most enjoyable part of the film. Although it starts...

Pros: Beautiful scenes, wonderful music, and ..a plot! In a children's movie!
Cons: All of the differences between the movie and the book.

The first time I watched The Black Stallion, I was captivated by its entirety. It truly is a very well made movie, with genius editing and wonderful settings. It is also perfect for any horse lover who would enjoy seeing the magnificent animal(s?) used...

Pros: Cinematography was excellent. Story was touching. Great actors.
Cons: none

The wonderful cinematography in this movie was before it's time. I compare the cinematography to Cast Away. This movie is not just for the horse lover. I also love the realness in the characters. The boy who played Alec was fantastic. A must own movie.