I first heard about it in National Review, where it was praised by the great John Simon-- checked it out at the video store and it became a favorite of everyone.
First-rate performances, especially liked the grandfather (whom you'll recognize as playing Michael in Waking Ned Devine); and the boys are superlative.
Movies in which animals are a major part of the story and presented as more knowing or powerful than an animal should be are kind of tricky to do well--so many times, the director relies on clichéd reaction shots, such as dogs covering their eyes with their paws--but the beautiful horse is well done as a character, conveying a mystery and aloofness that fits neatly with the plot.
Treat yourself to this one.
First-rate performances, especially liked the grandfather (whom you'll recognize as playing Michael in Waking Ned Devine); and the boys are superlative.
Movies in which animals are a major part of the story and presented as more knowing or powerful than an animal should be are kind of tricky to do well--so many times, the director relies on clichéd reaction shots, such as dogs covering their eyes with their paws--but the beautiful horse is well done as a character, conveying a mystery and aloofness that fits neatly with the plot.
Treat yourself to this one.