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Dreamer (2005)
Released By: Dreamworks   Rating: N/A   In Theaters: 10/21/2005
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Studio: Dreamworks
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: N/A
Director: John Gatins
Language: English
Official Website: http://www.dreamworks.com/Dreamer/
Theatrical Release: 10/21/2005
Home Video Release: 3/21/2006
Cast: Elisabeth Shue, Kris Kristofferson, Kurt Russell, Dakota Fanning
Published ID: 361386
UPC: 678149197624, 678149197723,
Plot: A man and his young daughter face almost impossible odds as they struggle to help an injured horse return to the racetrack in this family-friendly drama. Ben Crane (Kurt Russell) is a horse trainer whose career has gone into a bit of a slump, and after years as his own boss, he's signed on to work for Palmer (David Morse), a breeder whose wealth and success has given him a certain degree of arrogance. While Ben has learned to keep his mouth shut around his boss, he forgets himself when one of his favorite horses, Sonador, breaks its leg during an important race. Palmer insists that the horse should be put down on the spot, but Ben doesn't have the heart to kill the animal, especially since his young daughter, Cale (Dakota Fanning), is in the stands watching. Ben and Palmer have harsh words with one another, and Ben is fired, but is allowed to take Sonador with him when he leaves. Ben has a hard time convincing anyone that the injured horse has any potential, especially his father, Pop (Kris Kristofferson), a fellow trainer who rarely sees eye to eye with his son. But Cale loves the horse, and Ben believes that Sonador can make a comeback with the right care, and together with stable men Balon (Luis Guzman) and Manolin (Freddy Rodriguez), he sets out to put the filly on the road to recovery. As its subtitle suggests, Dreamer: Inspired by a True Story was based on the story of Mariah's Storm, a filly who broke a leg during a race in 1993, but a year later came back to win the Arlington Heights Oaks, and in 1995 won the Turfway Breeder's Cup. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
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Dreamer
Added 11/21/2009

This is one of the best movies ever. I use it in my class every year and the students love it. We read the book and then compare it to the movie. I would recommend this to any one with children. A little foul language but nothing too bad.
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Love Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning
Added 10/22/2009

This movie is such an inspiration to me, it is clean to watch with the family and who doesn't love Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning.
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Dreamer- for days when you need a lift
Added 5/13/2009

A fun, kid-safe film about a young girl's love for an injured racing mare, and what her family will do to help prove that mare's quality. A little deep sometimes for kids and a little sweet for adults, this film doesn't quite fit anyplace and so has been overlooked, but is worth a look when you need something cheerful and simple.
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Say 'Yes' to buying this.
Added 2/2/2009

For those of us who never deserted the horse-love stage of our lives, this movie is a must. For children who are still in that stage of growing, another must. For MEN, yes, even the ones who run from any movie which may be mildly scented as a chick-flix, you really need to see this movie. Do it in mixed company or alone but do it. More than one male aquaintance has borrowed this DVD to show to someone else. It is not suprising how every one of them commented positively about the content.

It is much more than a horse story. The fences mended here father-son relationships, father-child, husband-wife, rational brain & compassionate soul.

Kurt Russell & Kris Kristofferson are the best in the son/father roles.

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Great kid movie!
Added 1/6/2009

This is a great family movie about faith, love, and hope. Our entire family loves it!
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Dreamer
Added 11/21/2009

This is one of the best movies ever. I use it in my class every year and the students love it. We read the book and then compare it to the movie. I would recommend this to any one with children. A little foul language but nothing too bad.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Love Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning
Added 10/22/2009

This movie is such an inspiration to me, it is clean to watch with the family and who doesn't love Kurt Russell and Dakota Fanning.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Dreamer- for days when you need a lift
Added 5/13/2009

A fun, kid-safe film about a young girl's love for an injured racing mare, and what her family will do to help prove that mare's quality. A little deep sometimes for kids and a little sweet for adults, this film doesn't quite fit anyplace and so has been overlooked, but is worth a look when you need something cheerful and simple.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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