Editorial Reviews
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Adapted from the beloved novel by Walter Farley, this 1979 family
classic was hailed by no less than hard-to-please critic Pauline
Kael, who wrote that "it may be the greatest children's movie ever
made." A visual feast from start to finish, the timeless tale of The
Black Stallion plays out on almost mythic terms. A young boy
survives a shipwreck and is stranded on a deserted island with a
graceful black stallion, with whom the boy develops an almost
empathic friendship. After being rescued and returning home, the two
make a winning team as jockey and lightning-fast racehorse under the
tutelage of a passionate trainer, played by Mickey Rooney in an
Oscar-nominated role. From its serenely hypnotic island sequence to
the breathtaking race scenes, this delightful film is guaranteed to
enthrall any viewer, regardless of age. The Black Stallion is a
genuine masterpiece of family entertainment. --Jeff Shannon
Product Description
From its turbulent beginning in a storm-swept sea to its
unforgettable horse race finale, The Black Stallion is a modern-day
movie landmark. One of the most highly praised productions of
1979,it is "a wonderful experience...for adults and for kids" (Roger
Ebert). When a shipwreck leaves Alec (Kelly Reno)a courageous young
boyand The Blacka wild Arabian stallion 'stranded on a desolate
island, the two share a frightening adventure of survival that
forges a lasting bond of friendship between them. Upon their rescue,
Alec and the magnificent horse continue their adventures when they
join forces with ex-jockey and horse trainer Henry Dailey (Mickey
Rooney). Recognizing the winning combination of The Black's
remarkable spirit and Alec's unwavering devotion tohis friend,
Dailey takes both under his wing and prepares them to go head to
head with the world's best thoroughbreds in "the race of the
century."
