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Running Free (1999)
Released By: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment   Rating: G   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: G
Director: N/A
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Lukas Haas, Jan Decleir
Published ID: 18012
UPC: 043396041691,
Plot: Chase Moore and Arie Verveen are the human stars of this period drama about the extraordinary life and times of a horse. In 1914, a German supply ship is en route to Africa with a cargo of work horses when one of the mares gives birth to a foal. The pony is soon separated from his mother when the ship docks in a mining community, and he has a hard time getting along, but an orphaned boy who works at a stable takes a liking to the little horse and looks after him. When war breaks out, the stable is abandoned and the pony escapes into a nearby desert, where an Oryx antelope and a native girl become his companions and teach him how to survive on his own. Running Free was directed by award-winning Russian filmmaker Sergei Bodrov; it was produced by Jean-Jacques Annaud, who displayed a flair for unusual stories about animals with The Bear. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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Running Free
Added 8/21/2009

I bought this DVD for my wife who loves horses. It was a good movie.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Freedom
Added 6/23/2009

This movie was very enjoyable by both young and old. I especially enjoyed it because of my love of horses and the idea of setting the horse free, the way they should be
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
One of the best horse movies I've seen.
Added 4/28/2008

This is one of the best movie dvd's I've seen. If you love horses you simply must see this one. Very well done indeed. Thank you Amazon!
1 out of 1 people found this helpful.
Set in Namibia?
Added 1/13/2004

This movie was filmed right near where I live and I'm really impressed with how it turned out. But I'm puzzled by why it says it takes place in North Africa... when actually it's South West Africa... but anyway, the photography is brilliant. The story is perhaps aimed more towards younger viewers, but it can still be enjoyed by the whole family.
13 out of 16 people found this helpful.
A Triumph of Spirit
Added 11/3/2001

An inspiring tale of a young colt named Lucky who endures much tragedy -- separation from his mother, war and isolation-- before gathering the courage to roam free in the grueling African desert. Anyone who has ever pondered an animal's point of view will greatly appreciate Lukas Haas' narration as the inquisitive voice of Lucky. The pure and, ultimately, triumphant views of this sensitive equine are truly thought-provoking in a world where animals are often discarded. The sweeping cinematography of the African desert is stunning and, at times, reminiscent of "Lawrence of Arabia". The supporting cast is outstanding, especially Chase Moore as the young boy who strikes up an everlasting friendship with Lucky. Overall, "Running Free" is a beautiful film which touts the triumph of good over evil, and the persistence of will which allows the underdog to prevail. A word of caution to parents: a frightening war scene and a pair of violent horse fights may be too intense for young children. Otherwise, a highly recommended movie.
35 out of 36 people found this helpful.
Running Free
Added 8/21/2009

I bought this DVD for my wife who loves horses. It was a good movie.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Freedom
Added 6/23/2009

This movie was very enjoyable by both young and old. I especially enjoyed it because of my love of horses and the idea of setting the horse free, the way they should be
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
One of the best horse movies I've seen.
Added 4/28/2008

This is one of the best movie dvd's I've seen. If you love horses you simply must see this one. Very well done indeed. Thank you Amazon!
1 out of 1 people found this helpful.
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